Patient's question:
When taking a shower at night, I noticed a white ring around the head of my penis, and the head of my penis 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 would like to ask: What is the proper treatment for red and swollen head of the penis?Doctor's answer:
In this case, if the glans is red and swollen due to inflammation, it can lead to symptoms such as pain and itching. At the same time, it can cause increased nerve sensitivity, leading to premature ejaculation. Generally, there is a connection. It is recommended to first reduce inflammation and swelling. For patients with glans redness and swelling, timely treatment can help reduce the recurrence. If left untreated, it may affect overall health. Therefore, patients should take timely symptomatic treatment and pay attention to self-care in daily life, avoiding spicy foods. Wishing you a speedy recovery.