Patient's question:
I've been feeling uncomfortable downstairs for this period, it's both painful and itchy, and my glans seems particularly red and a bit swollen. The smell is especially unpleasant, and there's yellow discharge from my glans. Is this likely balanitis? I'd like to ask: How can balanitis be treated effectively?Doctor's answer:
According to the situation you described, if there is no recurrence of itching, odor, or other discomfort symptoms, there is no significant impact. For balanitis, it is better to pay attention to personal hygiene in daily life, change underwear frequently, and it is recommended to use potassium permanganate for cleaning. Apply mupirocin ointment for treatment, and avoid spicy and irritating foods. Balanitis can be cured, but the treatment process is generally slow, and it is prone to recurrence after treatment. Therefore, it is essential to actively cooperate with the doctor's treatment, use the medication appropriately, and the patient should avoid sitting or riding for long periods, pay more attention to personal hygiene, and hope that male patients can recover as soon as possible.