Patient's question:
I am only 18 years old this year, and I usually have the habit of masturbation. Recently, I noticed some small bumps on my glans, and the symptoms seem to be balanitis. Is it serious? Will there be any problems? Please ask: How should the diet be paid attention to when suffering from balanitis?Doctor's answer:
Inflammation of the glans mucosa is called balanitis. This condition can be caused by various pathogens, local irritation, and other factors. Balanoposthitis refers to inflammation of the inner foreskin and glans penis. A normal foreskin cavity secretes a lipid substance, which can accumulate as smegma in cases of phimosis or excessive foreskin, irritating the foreskin and glans to cause balanoposthitis. In terms of diet, it is advisable to eat light and consume more fresh vegetables and fruits.1. Avoid foods: such as chili peppers, mustard, etc.
2. Habits like smoking and drinking alcohol should be quit.
For patients with balanitis, timely treatment can reduce recurrence. If left untreated, it may affect fertility. Therefore, patients should seek timely symptomatic treatment and pay attention to self-care in daily life, avoiding spicy foods. Wishing you a speedy recovery.