Patient's question:
A 34-year-old man discovered a white ring around the edge of his glans while taking a shower at night. It seemed a bit wrinkled and red. Recently, he also noticed that he wasn't urinating smoothly. After checking at the hospital, he was diagnosed with balanitis. Here are the questions: Will the balanitis of the prepuce and glans subside?Doctor's answer:
Balanoposthitis can be broadly categorized into four major types: traumatic, contact, drug-induced, and infectious. Balanoposthitis generally never resolves on its own and requires timely treatment. If not treated properly, it can lead to recurrent episodes of balanitis, causing repeated small inflammatory fissures in the foreskin or inner skin. First, identify the cause of balanoposthitis and treat it accordingly. Under the guidance of a doctor, take targeted medication. Wear condoms during sexual activity to prevent the spread of inflammation from balanoposthitis to your partner.