Patient's question:
When taking a bath 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. After checking at the hospital, they said it was balanitis. I would like to ask: What are the better treatments for a red and swollen head of the penis?Doctor's answer:
Your symptoms may be considered to be balanoposthitis. It is recommended to take metronidazole orally, apply fluconazole ointment externally, and simultaneously use potassium permanganate solution for cleaning. It is advised to frequently clean the foreskin and glans, always maintaining cleanliness and dryness in the foreskin cavity. If there is phimosis or excessive foreskin, circumcision should be performed. In daily life, a light diet should be followed, and spicy and irritating foods should be avoided. For patients with red and swollen glans, timely treatment can reduce the recurrence. If not treated promptly, it may affect health. Therefore, patients should take medication according to symptoms and maintain regular sexual activity in daily life, avoiding prolonged sitting. Wishing you a speedy recovery.