Patient's question:
Hello doctor, I went to the hospital for a check-up and was diagnosed with balanitis. I don't know much about this disease and would like to consult. What are the symptoms of itchy glans?Doctor's answer:
According to your description, this condition is likely balanitis. It is generally caused by local poor hygiene and infection. The red spots on the local area are a sign of an allergic reaction. It is recommended to take fluconazole capsules and apply topical antifungal creams such as clotrimazole. Rinse the glans and foreskin with physiological saline or 0.1% rivanol solution to thoroughly remove dirt. Continue treatment for more than one week after the symptoms disappear. Generally, the condition will improve. For patients with balanitis itching, timely treatment can reduce the likelihood of recurrence. If left untreated, it may affect fertility. Therefore, patients should take medication according to their symptoms and avoid overexertion in daily life while paying attention to personal hygiene. Wishing you a speedy recovery.