Patient's question:
A 35-year-old man discovered a white ring around the edge of his glans while taking a shower at night, and it seemed a bit wrinkled and red. Recently, he also found that urination was not very smooth. After checking at the hospital, he was diagnosed with balanitis. Please ask: What causes the redness and swelling of the foreskin?Doctor's answer:
Considering the possibility of balanoposthitis, the cause may be excessive foreskin, which could potentially lead to narrowing. In this case, local cleaning and sterilization, as well as anti-inflammatory treatment, are required. Surgical treatment should be performed after the inflammation is controlled.Lastly, during treatment, patients need to maintain a balanced diet, follow a regular schedule, actively participate in physical exercise, and regulate their physical and mental health. It is also important to maintain personal hygiene and avoid bacterial invasion due to weakened immunity.