Can the foreskin grow back?!


Question:

Can the foreskin grow back?

I know this question seems juvenile, especially from a man my age, but I am being sincere. Can a foreskin grow back?

I was cercumcised as a baby, but the skin has always been somewhat elastic. I suspect the doctor did a rather lazy job of it.

Over the past five years, since I've been cycling and jogging regularly, I've noticed a dramatic change. More and more when I look in the mirror it seems almost as if I am uncercumcised.

For a long time it was uncomfortable, causing me to constantly tug "at it." Now I'm used the sensation and have even noticed an increase in sensitivity (which I appreciate).

I know my doctor would give me a straight up answer, but I'll admit that I'm a little embarrased to ask.

Of course, if the foreskin isn't growing back, then it means that I'm shrinking (if you get the long and short of it). That's a frightning proposition.

So, does anyone know if it's possible for the foreskin to grow back?

Cheers!


Answers:

Generally, once circumcised the foreskin can't grow back. There are varying degrees of circumcision; some are loose and retain a lot of the foreskin (see link). With a loose circumcision, it's possible for the foreskin to grow back a little bit (but not really).

If your remaining foreskin gives you an increase in sensitivity, then that can only be good. Be happy that you've some left. It's possible to "regrow" the foreskin by pulling on it over time. There are many methods and sites on "foreskin restoration" though the foreskin doesn't actually grow back, only stretched. Then again, this might not be worth it as it takes usually takes years to get the desired result of a functional (if not exaclty natural) foreskin.




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