Patient's question:
I'm only 18 years old this year, and I usually have the habit of masturbation. Recently, I noticed some small bumps on my glans, and the symptoms seem to be like balanitis. Is it serious? Will it cause any problems? Please ask: How is balanitis treated?Doctor's answer:
1. Balanoposthitis refers to the inflammation of the inner foreskin and glans penis. Local treatment can use anti-inflammatory ointments. For allergic balanoposthitis, oral antihistamines and topical ointments are required.2. Circumcision may be considered: If phimosis or foreskin edema prevents movement and washing, or if drainage is poor, and the inflammation does not subside with general treatment, a dorsal slit may be performed to facilitate drainage. Circumcision should be performed after the inflammation has completely resolved.
Symptoms: Balanoposthitis manifests as redness and swelling of the foreskin and glans, burning pain, severe pain during urination, and purulent discharge from the foreskin opening. If the foreskin is moved, the inner foreskin and glans become congested, swollen, and in severe cases, shallow ulcers or erosion with purulent discharge may appear.