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 didn't do much, yet how did I get this condition? Please ask: How do hospitals that alleviate glans redness and swelling choose to be selected?Doctor's answer:
According to your description, it is likely that you may have balanitis. This is often due to poor personal hygiene or excessive foreskin, where the inner foreskin secretions cannot be cleaned promptly and thoroughly, allowing pathogens to grow and liquefy, leading to local inflammation. You can use potassium permanganate solution for cleaning and take oral anti-inflammatory drugs. Pay attention to personal hygiene, change underwear and pants frequently, and avoid spicy and irritating foods. The condition of redness and swelling of the glans is prone to recurrence, requiring long-term medication. For male patients, it is important to seek medical treatment promptly at professional and reputable hospitals. Treatment should be considered based on the results of a thorough examination. Additionally, it is important to quit smoking and drinking, maintain good personal hygiene, and finally, wish all patients a speedy recovery.