Buried Penis Repair Recovery: What to Expect

About this video

A guide to the weeks after surgery for adult acquired buried penis. Dr. Alex Vanni reviews what is normal after surgery, activity and diet, caring for the glans, the skin graft donor site, and the catheter, and when to call the office.

Key points

• Bruising, swelling, mild bleeding, and scabbing on the head of the penis are normal
• No driving for 3 weeks, no heavy lifting for 6 weeks, and no sexual activity for at least 8 weeks
• Lift no more than 5 pounds in the early weeks; walk several times a day
• Shower twice a day once dressings are removed; no baths, hot tubs, or swimming for 6 weeks
• Apply Aquaphor to the glans 2 to 4 times a day and care for the skin graft donor site as instructed
• Call for a fever of 101°F or higher, signs of infection, catheter problems, or uncontrolled pain

Chapters

1. 0:00Introduction
2. 0:22What to Expect
3. 1:02Activity and Diet
4. 2:10Caring for Yourself
5. 3:29When to Call