Patient's question:
While taking a shower at night, I noticed a white ring around the head of my penis, and it seemed a bit wrinkled and red. Recently, I also found that I wasn't urinating smoothly. When I went to the hospital for a check-up, they said it was balanitis. I'm asking: How should I treat balanitis, and can it be cured?Doctor's answer:
Phimosis and balanitis are caused by excessive foreskin. Due to the inability to promptly and thoroughly clean the secretions of the inner foreskin in cases of phimosis and paraphimosis, bacteria grow and adapt here, leading to phimosis and balanitis. The secretions in the foreskin continue to increase, resulting in smegma and odor. In severe cases, local inflammation occurs, known as phimosis and balanitis. For male patients, it is important to seek medical attention at professional and reputable hospitals. Treatment should be considered based on the examination results. Additionally, it is necessary to abstain from sexual activity and maintain a positive mood. Finally, we wish all patients a speedy recovery.