Patient's question:
Hello! I noticed some patches on my glans with different colors, and there's a white substance around the edge of my glans that won't come off even after washing. Is this a sign of balanitis? If it is balanitis, could you please tell me: How can I treat the itching on the glans more effectively?Doctor's answer:
When the glans penis exhibits abnormal symptoms again, such as itching, redness, swelling, or a burning sensation, it can be considered as caused by an inflammatory infection. Currently, balanitis is a very common disease in urology, and its main causes are primarily the recurrence of a burning sensation on the glans penis. This type of balanitis is often brought on by phimosis or excessive prepuce. Phimosis and excessive prepuce lead to the accumulation of secretions within the prepuce, forming smegma. Bacteria, smegma, and urine irritation, or in rare cases, mechanical injury, often cause the prepuce to become red and swollen, with yellowish discharge leaking out. When the prepuce is retracted, the entire glans penis is also red and swollen, which is a typical case of acute balanoposthitis. Over time, adhesions may form between the prepuce and the glans, and prolonged redness and swelling of the prepuce can cause significant discomfort for the patient.