May 7th, 2019
The glans penis is the area typically referred to as the “head” of the penis that encompasses the opening of the urethra where urine and semen are excreted. Though it is already a sensitive area, for some men, it can be overly sensitive.
Glans sensitivity can range depending on age, psychological issues, and whether you are circumcised.
In order to treat hypersensitivity of the glans or penis, you must first get to the reason behind the sensitivity. If you are experiencing pain with the sensitivity or pain during urination, call your doctor immediately. If you notice your penis has developed a curve or issues becoming erect, it could be Peyronie’s disease. If there’s no physical reason you can determine that is causing the sensitivity, it is possible the condition is psychological.
Oftentimes, men who were not circumcised when they were young may begin to experience issues, including hypersensitive glans. Other issues can include infections of the foreskin or phimosis, an overly tight foreskin. They may also experience a lack of confidence or a feeling of embarrassment by the appearance of their uncircumcised penis.
Circumcision can also help men experiencing hypersensitivity due to their foreskin. While the glans will initially be more sensitive after circumcision, once the penis has grown accustomed to being circumcised, the hypersensitivity will lessen and can help those men who have concerns about premature ejaculation. Dr. Elist is an expert in later life circumcision or repair of incomplete circumcisions and can help you determine if removing the foreskin is your best option.
If you are experiencing issues with sensitivity in your glans penis, Dr. Elist can help determine the underlying problem and guide you to a solution. As a urologist with almost four decades of experience, Dr. Elist specializes in helping patients experiencing erectile dysfunction and impotence. He is also the only surgeon to provide the only FDA-cleared penile enlargement device, the Penuma implant. Reach out to our Beverly Hills office today at 310-652-2600 to schedule your consultation.
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