Patient's question:
Last week, I seemed to have a slight fever, then felt tired and sleepy. When I came home at night, I noticed a ring of redness on the head of my penis, with some bleeding. At the time, I went to the hospital, and the doctor said it was caused by balanitis. I would like to ask: How should I treat the red and swollen head of the penis for the best results?Doctor's answer:
Based on the symptoms you described, it may be balanitis, which could be related to excessive sexual activity or bacterial infection. You can soak the affected area with a 1:5000 potassium permanganate solution, then apply erythromycin ointment locally, and take anti-inflammatory medication to control the inflammation. Always maintain good local hygiene, avoid friction in the area, apply medication on schedule, and control the spread as soon as possible. Avoid seafood and spicy foods, do not drink alcohol, drink more water, and eat more fresh vegetables and fruits. 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 receive timely medication and avoid overexertion in daily life while paying attention to personal hygiene. Wishing you a speedy recovery.