Patient's question:
I noticed that my glans seems to have some blisters, red and swollen. When I went to the hospital for a check-up, they said it was balanitis. I didn't do much, so how did I get this condition? Please ask: What are the common causes of red and swollen foreskin?Doctor's answer:
Considering it may be balanoposthitis, erythromycin and tetracycline are the must-use treatments. Generally, 0.5g is taken four times a day. For trichomoniasis balanoposthitis, metronidazole is the must-use treatment, with 0.2g taken three times a day, alternating for 10 days. For Candida-induced balanoposthitis, it is commonly treated with griseofulvin or itraconazole. Griseofulvin is taken at 100,000 to 200,000 units twice a day, while itraconazole is taken at 100mg twice a day for 7 days. For patients with balanitis, timely treatment can reduce the incidence. If not treated in time, it may affect overall health. Therefore, patients should seek timely symptomatic treatment and avoid overexertion in daily life while paying attention to personal hygiene. Wishing you a speedy recovery.