Patient's question:
A 33-year-old man discovered a white ring around the edge of his glans while taking a bath at night. It also seemed a bit wrinkled and red. Recently, he found that urination was not very smooth. After checking at the hospital, he was diagnosed with balanitis. Please ask: What should a man do if he gets balanitis?Doctor's answer:
Phimosis is often caused by infections from bacteria such as molds, chlamydia, mycoplasma, herpes, etc., or sometimes it is due to excessive foreskin. Poor personal hygiene can lead to infections of the glans penis by bacteria, molds, or other pathogens. The skin of the glans penis may also be irritated by chemicals such as soap or detergent, which can trigger recurrent infections. Men should be cautious. Additionally, in daily life, patients should maintain a balanced diet to nourish their bodies, engage in aerobic exercises to strengthen their physical fitness, and keep a positive mood to enhance their immunity and accelerate recovery.