Glans too sensitive after circumcision surgery

Sensitivity of the glans after circumcision is normal and is usually related to the sudden exposure of the glans after being wrapped in foreskin for a long time. Sensitivity symptoms may last from weeks to months, and most symptoms resolve over time.

After circumcision, the glans is in direct contact with underwear or external friction, and the nerve endings become temporarily more sensitive due to lack of foreskin protection. You may experience a stinging or burning sensation when touched in the early postoperative period, and friction during daily walking may also cause discomfort. This sensitive reaction belongs to the physiological adaptation stage in the wound healing process and usually does not require special treatment. Keeping the area clean and dry can help reduce irritation. Choose loose, breathable cotton underwear to reduce friction. Some patients may have sensitive symptoms for a longer period of time due to individual differences, but they rarely last more than half a year.

If the glans is sensitive accompanied by redness, swelling, exudation, severe pain, or difficulty urinating, postoperative infection or abnormal healing should be considered. A small number of patients may have persistent sensitivity due to nerve damage during surgery, or may have secondary sensitivity caused by excessive dryness of the glans skin. In such cases, medical treatment is required to rule out complications such as suture reaction and scar hyperplasia. During the postoperative recovery period, you should avoid scratching or excessive cleaning of the glans. Just rinse it with warm water when bathing. There is no need to use irritating lotions.

It is recommended to avoid sexual intercourse or masturbation within 3 months after surgery to prevent friction from exacerbating sensitive symptoms. Daily desensitization training can be carried out, such as exposing the glans to soft cotton for a short time every day and gradually adapting. If the sensitivity seriously affects your life and persists without relief, you can consult your doctor to consider using local anesthetic ointment or neuromodulatory drug treatment. During the recovery period, pay attention to changes in the color and touch of the glans. If cyanosis, ulceration and other abnormalities occur, immediate follow-up is required.