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Topical steroid creams such as betamethasone, mometasone furoate and cortisone are effective in treating phimosis and should be considered before circumcision. [35] [36] [37] It is theorized that the steroids work by reducing the body's inflammatory and immune responses, and also by thinning the skin. [35]
A cream with 0.05% betamethasone appears effective in treating phimosis in boys, [12] and often averts the need for circumcision. [13] [14] [15] Longer-term research is needed on this treatment method. [12] This approach has replaced circumcision as the preferred treatment method for some physicians in the British National Health Service. [16] [17]
A skin bridge is visible by the glans. A skin bridge is a penile skin adhesion.It most commonly occurs as a consequence of an improperly healed circumcision, being formed when the inner lining of the remaining foreskin attaches to another part of the penis (normally the glans) as the cut heals. [1]
Topical glucocorticoids are used in the treatment of many skin conditions. They provide anti-inflammatory, antimitotic, and immune-system suppressing actions through various mechanisms. [1] Hydrocortisone cream is a type of topical glucocorticoid that is commonly found on the market.
Betamethasone dipropionate is a glucocorticoid steroid with anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties. It is applied as a topical cream, ointment, lotion or gel (Diprolene) to treat itching and other skin conditions such as eczema. Minor side effects include dry skin and mild, temporary stinging when applied. [3]
Initial treatment in adults often involves simply pulling back the foreskin and cleaning the penis. [1] However, some topical antibiotic and fungal ointments may be used for treatment for mild cases. Depending upon severity, hydrocortisone and other steroidal creams may be used upon consultation.
Cortobenzolone (brand name Tuplix), also known as betamethasone salicylate, is a synthetic glucocorticoid corticosteroid and corticosteroid ester which is marketed in Spain. [ 1 ] [ 2 ] [ 3 ] References
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