Patient's question:
When taking a shower at night, I noticed a white ring around the head of my penis, and it seemed a bit wrinkled and red. Recently, I also found that I wasn't urinating smoothly. When I went to the hospital for a check-up, they said it was balanitis. Please ask: How can mild redness and swelling of the head of the penis be treated?Doctor's answer:
Hello! Based on your description, it is likely that you may have balanitis. This is often caused by poor personal hygiene or phimosis, where the inner foreskin secretions cannot be cleaned promptly and thoroughly, allowing pathogens to grow and adapt, leading to local inflammation. You can use potassium permanganate solution for cleaning and take anti-inflammatory medication. Pay attention to personal hygiene, change underwear and pants frequently, and avoid spicy and irritating foods. For patients with red and swollen glans, timely treatment can reduce the recurrence. If left untreated, it may affect your overall health. Therefore, patients should take medication promptly and maintain regular sexual activity in daily life, avoiding prolonged sitting. Wishing you a speedy recovery!