I don't know how bad these tears are, but if can be "painful for over a week", I'd see a doctor if I were you. If you do, please let us know what they say.
I asked about diabetes, because that can cause the symptoms you describe btw.
Ah. You've nailed it. Sounds like the band of outer skin under the head may be a little tight? I had this. It will stretch with time but Fucidine should speed it up. If it doesn't then ask if Dermoval would be better. Good luck
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