What is a "bridle" in men, location and problem solving

Normal penis anatomy is essential for a fulfilling sex life. Knowing where the bridle is in men is necessary in order to detect the problem in time if necessary and quickly correct it (with the help of basic actions and a quick appeal to the urologist). Ignoring the pathological structure of the head leads not only to discomfort during sex, but also to injury to the penis.

What is a bridle?

Anatomy refers to the term "bridle" as the part of the body responsible for limiting the movement of an organ. The frenulum of the penis is an elastic leathery fold that is visible only during erection, when the foreskin moves from the glans.

Where is she?

The male bridle is located on the foreskin, attaching one end to the head of the penis from the underside. In order to accurately identify it on your own organ, we bring to your attention a photo with the structure of the end of the penis.

Why do you need it?

The main purpose is to keep the foreskin in the correct position. When excited, the bridle stretches and exposes the head, and after the erection subsides, it relaxes and allows the foreskin to return to its place. Why is such a mechanism needed? The fact is that the open skin of the head is very sensitive, which is good during sex, but it causes discomfort and increases the possibility of injury the rest of the time.

Male bridle problems and solutions

A small patch of skin with insufficient length or elasticity can bring a lot of troubles: from discomfort to erectile dysfunction.

Timely correction of defects will not only improve the quality of your sex life, but also prevent possible injury.

Short length

A short bridle on the head in men is more often a congenital pathology and, if severe, is diagnosed even in childhood

If the shortening is insignificant, it does not cause discomfort, otherwise the main symptom becomes soreness or a feeling of tension during the flow of blood to the penis and intercourse, possibly curvature of the head downward relative to the shaft of the penis. In severe forms, there is a complete impossibility of an erection.

Pathology is treated surgically, usually by lengthening the frenum.

Crack

The most harmless damage to the bridle. It can occur for a number of reasons:

• non-observance of intimate hygiene;
• allergic reaction to artificial lubricants, body washes, contraceptives;
• dryness during intercourse;
• wearing tight underwear;
• diabetes mellitus;
• infection;
• vitamin deficiency.

If the crack is small, it may not be visible on examination. The pathology is manifested by dryness of the foreskin, pain in the head area even in the absence of an erection, discomfort during hygiene procedures.

Treatment consists in regularly washing the frenum and nearby tissues with an antiseptic solution - for example, Miramistin, Chlorhexidine or soap diluted in warm water for intimate care (or baby). After identifying the root cause, antifungal (Clotrimazole, Triderm and others) or antibacterial ointments (Levomekol, Baneocin and others) are prescribed, local healing agents are also shown - special pharmacy creams (Bepanten, Solcoseryl, etc.) or sea buckthorn oil.

Tear

A fairly serious injury in which severe bleeding is observed, although the penis does not hurt too much. More often it occurs due to a shortened frenulum, less often due to dryness of the partner's vagina, excessively active or anal sex without lubrication, careless masturbation.

First of all, you need to stop intercourse, wash your hands thoroughly and press the bridle to the head to stop bleeding. This usually takes up to 15 minutes. After that, it is necessary to treat the penis with a disinfectant solution - better with Miramistin, but it is permissible to use hydrogen peroxide - and apply a loose bandage from a sterile bandage or gauze. Further, it is important to consult a urologist as soon as possible to correct tissue fusion, refraining from intimate life until complete healing.

Break

A torn bridle causes more pain and bleeding, and takes longer to heal. Injury occurs for reasons similar to the problem described above: insufficient length or elasticity of the cord, lack of lubrication, sharp frictions.

To eliminate the pathology, surgical intervention is indicated: plastic or complete removal of the frenum. You can have sex again only after the tissues are completely healed.

Specificity of bridle procedures

The type of medical measures to restore the normal functionality of the penis depends on the type and severity of the pathology.

The decision on the need for a particular procedure is made by the doctor (urologist or surgeon) after the examination.

Elongation

A short bridle not only causes discomfort, but also breaks easily, so it is important to restore normal length and elasticity as soon as possible. Treatment of the pathology is surgical, but you should not be afraid and postpone the operation: the whole procedure takes less than half an hour, is carried out under local anesthesia, it will take about two weeks to recover.

Cutting (frenulotomy) of the frenulum is more often prescribed, sometimes they resort to VY-plasty, during which the doctor makes one or several incisions in the Latin V shape, after which he sutures the bottom of the incision, forming a semblance of the letter Y. This method requires longer rehabilitation, often leaves noticeable scars, which is unacceptable for some men.

After any lengthening operation, you must abstain from sex for at least 4 weeks, follow all the doctor's recommendations, and minimize physical activity. In the first days, the greatest pain and swelling are noted, daily dressings and treatment of the postoperative wound with the means prescribed by the doctor are required.

Undercut

The most popular procedure for increasing the length of the bridle. In simple cases, it only includes 2 steps:

Undercutting is the preferred procedure because healing is quick and scars are barely visible. Tissue dissection with various instruments is possible:

• with a scalpel - there is blood loss, but the stitches are most accurate;
• with a radio knife - high frequency radio waves affect the skin, excluding the formation of hematoma or infection;

With proper care, there are no complications after pruning.

Delete or Truncate

Plastic surgery of the frenum is not always effective. Why complete removal of the skin strand may be required:

• phimosis (narrowing of the foreskin, making it difficult or impossible to open the head);
• sclerosing pathologies in the foreskin.

In addition, circumcision is possible at the request of a man, for religious or hygienic purposes.

It is important that the removal of the skin fold can be carried out with the preservation of the foreskin or partial resection (although this does not make sense).

In adult men, the operation is performed under local anesthesia, the duration is up to 1 hour. The surgeon gently pulls off and trims off excess skin, removes the bridle, and applies self-absorbable sutures. Full recovery occurs within 30-60 days, during this time it is necessary to give up sexual activity and, if possible, avoid an erection.

Prevention

It is impossible to prevent congenital pathology, but it is not difficult to avoid subsequent complications. Recommended:

• undergo regular check-ups with a urologist for the timely detection and treatment of problems;
• if an uncomfortable length of the frenum is found, correct it as soon as possible;
• wear comfortable breathable underwear;
• use a special lubricant during sex;
• avoid traumatic postures, too sharp frictions;
• if there is no sexual partner, be careful when masturbating;
• keep your penis clean;
• seek medical attention at the first symptoms of genitourinary infections.

In addition, it is very important to be attentive to any discomfort during puberty (12-18 years), when the frenum may "lag behind" the growth of the penis and can be easily damaged.