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DISORDERS OF MALE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM (PHIMOSIS) (CAUSES (irritation…
DISORDERS OF MALE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM (PHIMOSIS)
definition
occurs when the penile foreskin is constricted over the glands
CAUSES
irritation predisposes
uncircumcised males
chronic inflammation
PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
area cannot be cleaned
leading to accumulation of smegma and later infection
Foreskin constricted over the glands
ASSESSMENT AND COMMON FINDINGS
pulurent discharge around the opening
erythema and tenderness of the glands
Oedema
INTERVENTIONS
MEDICAL INTERVENTIONS
antibiotics should be administered to control infection
analgesia should also be administered to relive pains
effective genital hygiene
SURGICAL INTERVENTIONS
surgical circumcision of the foreskin
HEALTH EDUCATION
encourage personal hygiene
frequent changes of underwear