Patient's question:
My foreskin is a bit long, and I've never had surgery for it. Recently, there's been a very strong odor in my lower body, and my glans is red, swollen, and itchy. Could you please tell me what symptoms are associated with severe balanitis?Doctor's answer:
The inflammation of the foreskin and glans manifests as redness and swelling of the foreskin and glans, and may even lead to re-adhesion of the foreskin and glans. The inflammation of the foreskin and glans is mostly caused by excessive foreskin, which leads to the accumulation of smegma, promoting bacterial growth and causing inflammation. It is recommended to take oral or topical antibiotics, and if the foreskin is excessive, surgical removal of the redundant foreskin is advised. The foreskin can be stabilized, but the treatment period is generally long, and the condition is prone to recurrence after treatment. Therefore, during treatment, medication should be used according to symptoms. Additionally, it is advised to maintain a healthy lifestyle and diet during the treatment period. We hope that male patients can recover quickly!