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What conservative treatment options are available for adults with phimosis who are not experiencing significant symptoms?

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Guideline-Aligned (High Confidence)
Generated by iatroX. Developer: Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MRCGP (General Practitioner).
Last reviewed: 17 August 2025

The provided UK guidelines do not explicitly detail conservative treatment options for adults with phimosis who are not experiencing significant symptoms.

However, general hygiene advice, typically recommended for conditions such as balanitis which can be associated with foreskin issues, includes:

  • Good daily hygiene: Advise on the importance of good daily hygiene 1.
  • Washing practices: Advise to wash daily with lukewarm water and to keep the foreskin retracted until the glans penis is dry, where possible 1.
  • Avoidance of irritants: Advise to avoid irritants such as soap, bubble bath, or baby wipes 1.
  • Emollient use: Consider the use of an emollient as a soap substitute 1.

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