Patient's question:
Male, 28 years old, last week it seemed like he had a fever, then felt tired and sleepy. When he got home at night, he noticed a red ring on the glans and some bleeding. At the time, he went to the hospital, and the doctor said it was caused by balanitis. Please ask: Is surgery necessary for balanitis?Doctor's answer:
Phimosis and balanitis are often caused by excessive foreskin or phimosis. If you indeed have excessive foreskin or phimosis and experience recurrent balanitis, it is best to undergo circumcision. If the inflammation is severe, anti-inflammatory treatment is required before the surgery. However, simple anti-inflammatory medications can be used, which are not too expensive. Finally, patients should develop good daily habits, maintain a regular schedule, avoid smoking and alcohol, and increase physical exercise to enhance their immunity and prevent recurrence of the condition.