Patient's question:
Doctor, my glans has been itchy recently, and sometimes it's also swollen and red. When I went to the hospital for a check-up, I was diagnosed with balanitis. How should I treat this condition?Doctor's answer:
This may be related to urinary tract inflammation and can be treated with antibiotics, such as Fosfomycin or Ofloxacin capsules. It is important to drink plenty of water. When taking foot baths, it is important to use a shower instead of a tub bath, pay attention to hygiene, change underwear frequently, eat less spicy and irritating foods, maintain cleanliness, and prevent cross-infection. For patients with balanitis, timely treatment can reduce the recurrence. If left untreated, it may affect fertility. Therefore, patients should take medication promptly and pay more attention to self-care in daily life, avoiding spicy foods. Wishing you a speedy recovery.