Patient's question:
First, my glans started appearing with some red spots, but there was no discomfort. However, recently I noticed that blisters of varying sizes have also appeared, and they are getting more and more. This doesn't seem normal, does it? Could it be balanitis? Please ask: What are the causes of balanitis?Doctor's answer:
Balanoposthitis is associated with various factors, which can be divided into infectious and non-infectious factors. Under normal circumstances, the foreskin sac can harbor a large number of bacteria, yeasts, and spirochetes. However, when local or systemic resistance weakens, these microorganisms can become pathogens causing sepsis. Based on bacterial infection, common pathogens include Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus, and Streptococcus, followed by Candida. Trichomonas, mycoplasma, chlamydia, and Neisseria gonorrhoeae can also cause balanoposthitis. Patients should seek systematic and standardized examination at reputable tertiary hospitals as soon as possible based on their specific condition to receive targeted treatment and achieve rapid recovery.