Patient's question:
I am only 18 years old this year, and I have the habit of masturbation. Recently, I found some small bumps on my glans, which seem to be like balanitis. Is it serious? Will there be any problems? Question: Which is the conventional treatment method for redness and swelling of the glans that is good?Doctor's answer:
Hello: Your condition may be balanoposthitis, caused by sexual activity and excessive foreskin, leading to infection with Staphylococcus, Enterobacter, Candida, Trichomonas, Chlamydia, Mycoplasma, fungi, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, or other bacteria. Alternatively, it could be due to excessive foreskin and insufficient hygiene, where unclean substances and smegma accumulate between the foreskin and glans, triggering inflammation of the local foreskin and mucosa. It is recommended to visit the infectious diseases department for a definitive diagnosis, which will facilitate timely and appropriate treatment. In fact, having red and swollen glans is not at all. Patients should believe that they can overcome the illness. It is important to recognize symptoms promptly and receive symptomatic treatment, as the chances of controlling the condition and recovery are very high.