Patient's question:
Doctor, I recently found that my glans is red and swollen, very painful, and I'm very upset. I'd like to ask, how should it be treated?Doctor's answer:
The harm of balanoposthitis is extremely severe. If balanitis with edema of the prepuce occurs again, the preputial orifice may contract and become entrapped in the glans penis, exacerbating edema of the glans and prepuce. In severe cases, ischemic necrosis may occur. If the inflammation is delayed for a long time, it may lead to urethral stenosis or even balanoposthital adhesion. Therefore, if you have balanoposthitis, you should seek medical treatment as soon as possible to effectively treat the condition. The condition of balanoposthitis tends to recur, requiring long-term medication. For male patients, it is important to visit a professional and reputable hospital for diagnosis. Treatment should be considered based on the results of thorough examinations. Additionally, it is necessary to quit smoking and drinking, pay attention to personal hygiene, and finally, wish all patients a speedy recovery.