Patient's question:
First, my glans started appearing with some red spots, but there was no discomfort. However, recently I noticed that blisters have also appeared on it, varying in size and increasing in number. This situation doesn't seem normal, does it? Could it be balanitis? Please ask: How to treat the redness and swelling of the foreskin?Doctor's answer:
The causes of your condition can be multifaceted, potentially resulting from sexual activity or phimosis. It can be caused by infections from Staphylococcus, Streptococcus, Escherichia coli, Candida albicans, Trichomonas, Chlamydia, Mycoplasma, fungi, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, or other bacteria. Alternatively, due to phimosis and insufficient hygiene, the accumulation of unclean substances between the foreskin and glans, known as smegma, can irritate the local foreskin and mucosa, leading to recurrent inflammation. It is recommended to visit the infectious disease department for a definitive diagnosis to facilitate timely and appropriate treatment. It is advised to use a 1/5000 potassium permanganate solution or a 0.1% Ringer's solution for external washing of the affected area, twice daily, for 20 minutes each time.(1) Pay attention to local hygiene, wash the glans and foreskin daily. If phimosis is present, seek timely treatment.