
4. Older men who are diabetics are more likely to get paraphimosis.
The foreskin and penis become inflamed. Diabetics tend to have a lot of problems with their bodies. Diabetic medications can cause different ailments, such as paraphimosis. An older man may need medical treatment, such as minor surgery. During the entire process, the man will be sedated, so no pain will be felt.
Icing can help with inflammation. This will be the first treatment that the doctor may try. If it doesn’t work, then surgery will be needed.
An older man may not be able to take the pain as easy and a younger man can. Pain medication may need to be given as well before and after treatment. Diabetics still need to take their regular medication because since they have paraphimosis, it could cause severe symptoms. Older men sometimes have poor hygiene, so they can get it quicker.