#asktheexpert what is phimosis? is it necessary to clean baby penis till age of 5 yrs

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ExpertDr Mahesh PatilPaediatrician4 years ago

A. hi your baby is 2 years old now phimosis is a condition where the foreskin is tight and doesn't slide back exposing tip of penis or sometimes forming a balloon while passing urine.its better to clean tip of penis if possible

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