Patient's question:
Hello! I noticed patches on my glans with different colors, and there's a ring of white substance around the edge of my glans that won't come off. Is this a sign of balanitis? If it is balanitis, what's the best way to treat it when the foreskin is swollen?Doctor's answer:
Considering this is balanoposthitis, its symptoms primarily manifest as redness and swelling of the foreskin, burning pain, relief during urination, and possible purulent discharge from the foreskin opening. Local oral tetracycline treatment can be administered, while also paying attention to local hygiene, washing the glans and foreskin daily. The condition of the foreskin is prone to recurrence, requiring long-term medication maintenance. For male patients, it is important to seek professional and regular medical treatment promptly, and treatment should be considered based on examination results. Additionally, proper diet and abstinence from sexual activity should be observed. Finally, we wish all patients a speedy recovery.