Patient's question:
After getting sick, taking medicine didn't help much, and I still feel uncomfortable. Please ask: How can one determine if the redness and swelling of the glans is the illness?Doctor's answer:
Candida Infection: Candida is a type of opportunistic bloodstream fungus, so candidal balanitis often occurs secondary to diabetes and is commonly caused by fungal vaginal infections in close relatives. The glans and coronal sulcus may exhibit superficial redness and thin-walled vesicles, but Candida is often not found locally, possibly due to a local allergic reaction triggered by Candida. For patients, if the condition of glans redness and swelling is severe, timely symptomatic treatment and appropriate medication are necessary. Otherwise, it may lead to recurrent glans redness and swelling. Additionally, patients should pay attention to their diet and psychological care.