Patient's question:
A 30-year-old man, I noticed that my glans seems to have some blisters, red and swollen. The hospital examination said this is balanitis. I haven't done anything, how did I get this disease? Please ask: What are the specific symptoms of balanoposthitis?Doctor's answer:
Phimosis and balanitis manifest as redness and swelling of the foreskin, burning pain, severe pain during urination, and purulent discharge from the meatus. If the foreskin is moved, it can be seen that the inner foreskin and glans are congested, swollen, and in severe cases, shallow ulcers or erosion may be present, with purulent discharge. Treatment methods: 1. Phimosis and balanitis refer to the inflammation of the inner foreskin and glans. Local treatment can use anti-inflammatory ointments. For allergic phimosis and balanitis, oral antihistamines and topical ointments are required. 2. Circumcision may be considered: If due to phimosis or foreskin edema, the foreskin cannot be moved for cleaning or drainage is poor, and the inflammation does not subside with general treatment, a dorsal slit of the foreskin can be performed to facilitate drainage.