Patient's question:
Hello! I have found patches on my glans, with different colors, and there is a ring of white substance around the edge of the glans, which cannot be washed off. Is this condition caused by balanitis? If it is balanitis, could you please tell me: what methods can improve balanitis approximately?Doctor's answer:
Inflammation of the glans penis is called balanitis. This condition can be caused by various pathogens, local irritation, and other factors. Balanoposthitis refers to inflammation of the inner foreskin and glans penis. It includes local trauma, friction, contraceptives, soaps, and detergents as irritants. Locally, it may manifest as edema, erythema, discharge, or even peeling. If secondary bacterial infection occurs, it can become inflamed and form ulcers. Patients experience significant pain and difficulty in movement. Clinically, it is diagnosed as acute superficial balanitis. For patients with balanitis, timely treatment can reduce recurrence. If left untreated, it may affect overall health. Therefore, patients should take medication promptly and pay attention to self-care in daily life, avoiding spicy foods. Wishing you a speedy recovery.