Patient's question:
I noticed that my glans seems to have some blisters, red and swollen. When I went to the hospital for a check-up, they said it was balanitis. I haven't really done anything, so how did I get this condition? Please ask: How is balanitis treated in a relatively safe and reliable way?Doctor's answer:
Gonococcal orchitis initially presents with local redness, a sense of heat and itching. Gonococcal orchitis is generally transmitted through unprotected sexual contact or caused by excessive foreskin, insufficient hygiene, and the irritation of dirty substances between the foreskin and the glans leading to inflammation. Clinical diagnosis primarily manifests as dampness, redness, swelling, heat, and pain in the glans and foreskin, accompanied by symptoms such as relief after friction, urgency, and dysuria. It is recommended to visit a urology hospital for a thorough examination to identify the cause before treatment. Pay attention to the hygiene of the external genitalia. If there is excessive foreskin or phimosis, surgical treatment should be performed early to prevent unprotected sexual contact. Wear loose clothing and avoid spicy and irritating foods.