Phimosis is a common condition in uncircumcised babies and toddlers, because the foreskin is still joined to the glans. It will begin to detach normally by itself between 2 to 6 years of age, though it might cause later. It can occur at up to over 10 years old in a few boys.

It is most similarly to form in older boys through:- 

  • Continuation of urinary tract infections. 
  • Foreskin infection. 
  • Continuation of hard management of the foreskin. 
  • Foreskin trauma. 

In adults, risk factors for phimosis contains:- sexually transmitted infections.

Phimosis may be born by the skin conditions like:-

  • Eczema: A long-term condition which forms the skin to experience itchiness, redness, dryness, and cracks. 
  • Psoriasis: This skin condition impacts  patches of skin converting flaky, red and crusty.
  • Lichen planus: An itchy type of rashes which can affect the different parts of the body. It is non-contagious.
  • Lichen sclerosus: This condition forms scarring on the foreskin which can impact phimosis. It may be caused due to urinary irritation.