Patient's question:
A man who is 24 years old found a white ring around the edge of his glans while taking a shower at night. It also appeared a bit wrinkled and red. Recently, he noticed that he wasn't urinating smoothly. After checking at the hospital, he was diagnosed with balanitis. He is asking: What should he do if there are blisters with red spots and itching on his glans to ensure proper treatment?Doctor's answer:
Based on your description, your condition could be either genital herpes or balanitis. Genital herpes is primarily caused by the transmission of the herpes simplex virus type 2, while balanitis is mainly due to excessive foreskin. Therefore, the treatment methods are different. It is recommended to seek medical diagnosis first. There are many treatment methods for diseases, but since the patient's condition varies, the treatment approach also differs. Therefore, it is necessary for patients to go to a professional institution for detailed testing as soon as possible to prescribe the correct treatment.