Patient's question:
Last week, I seemed to have a slight fever, then felt tired and sleepy. When I came home at night, I noticed a red ring on the head of my penis, with some bleeding. At the time, I went to the hospital, and the doctor said it was caused by balanitis. Please ask: How can balanitis be treated effectively?Doctor's answer:
According to the situation you described, the main consideration is that the skin condition is likely caused by balanoposthitis. It is best to pay attention to maintaining good personal hygiene and changing underwear frequently. It is recommended to use potassium permanganate for cleaning, apply mupirocin ointment for treatment, wear loose clothing, and avoid spicy and irritating foods. Carefully observe the condition. If it does not improve, visit the urology department of a hospital to check for the cause of the infection and receive targeted treatment. For patients with balanitis, timely treatment can reduce the frequency of outbreaks. If it is not treated promptly, it may affect overall health. Therefore, patients should take targeted medication in a timely manner and maintain regular sexual activity in daily life, avoiding prolonged sitting. Wishing you a speedy recovery.