Phimosis
The foreskin is too tight to be retracted. Often normal in young children, it is treated if it causes discomfort, persists or leads to infections: local care or surgery depending on the case.
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Paediatric urology
Paediatric urology concerns a child's kidneys, bladder and genitals. Many anomalies are detected early, sometimes on the pregnancy ultrasound.
Hypospadias
The urinary opening is not at the tip of the glans. Surgical correction is usually performed in the first years of life, after a specialist consultation.
Reflux and urinary malformations
Vesicoureteral reflux (urine flowing back towards the kidneys) and other urinary malformations can cause repeated urinary infections. Management ranges from monitoring to surgery.
This information is general and does not replace a consultation: every child is assessed individually.
Frequently asked questions
My child has repeated urinary infections. Should we consult?
Yes: repeated urinary infections, especially with fever, call for tests to look for an anomaly of the urinary tract.
Does phimosis in a baby need surgery?
Not necessarily: in young children the foreskin is naturally tight. A consultation helps decide whether to monitor or treat.
Book an appointment
For a consultation or an opinion, contact Dr Souhir Mefteh's practice in Sfax.