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[[File:Phimosis.jpg|thumb|An erect penis with a case of phimosis]]
'''Phimosis''' (''fɪˈmoʊsɨs'' or ''faɪˈmoʊsɨs'', from the Greek ''phimos'' (φῑμός "muzzle"), in adults is a natural variant of the [[penis]] where the [[foreskin]] cannot be fully retracted over the [[glans penis]]that occurs in about five percent of [[foreskinned]] adult males.<ref>{{URLwikipedia|Phimosis|Phimosis|2019-09-25}}</ref> Phimosis is a conditionnatural variant, not a disease, so it does not threaten health. Men may elect to treat it or not treat it. Some men live their entire lives with a non-retractile foreskin. [[Sex with phimosis| They are able to have sexual intercourse and father children]].
==Positive aspects of phimosis==
Artificial intelligence produced this list of advantages:
* <b>Increased Sensitivity:</b> Some people report heightened sensitivity due to the [[foreskin ]] covering the [[glans]], which may enhance pleasure.
* <b>Natural Protection:</b> The [[foreskin]] acts as a barrier, potentially reducing exposure to irritants and infections.