The foreskin is a piece of skin that covers the end of the penis. If you have undergone a circumcision then it will have been removed. If you have any problems relating to your penis, such as a tight foreskin, then it can be very upsetting and embarrassing as well as painful. The only comfort you can be given is to be aware that there are treatments on offer for tight foreskin problems.

The medical term for a tight foreskin is phimosis. If you believe that you have phimosis then you will not be able to wash under the foreskin and so there will then be a build up of a white substance termed smegma. When your penis is erect it can be very sore, which has the side effect of making sex less pleasant.

For some men it has been a problem that they have had since their childhood while others may develop up later on due to particular infections such as thrush.

If you have a tight foreskin then forcing it back can make the problem worse as the skin can crack. It is better to gently try stretching it every night before sleeping.

If the problem persists then you will need to consult a doctor who is often likely to recommend an operation, which may or may not be what you'd like. The most common procedure is to have a circumcision. This will involve your foreskin being cut away by a surgeon. It will cause you some discomfort for a number of weeks afterwards so it is best to avoid tight trousers or pants.

Another choice is an operation called preputioplasty. This is not as drastic as a circumcision as the foreskin is sliced rather than removed. The incision is then cross stitched to give a wider more flexible foreskin. It will leave a natural looking penis.