Patient's question:
Hello. I noticed patches on my glans with different colors, and there's a white substance around the edge of the glans that won't wash off. Is this a sign of balanitis? If it is balanitis, how can I treat the itching to make it better?Doctor's answer:
Consider balanitis, which manifests as redness, swelling, pain, and intense itching of the glans and foreskin, with some cases showing recurrent discharge and ulcers. It is recommended to use 3% boric acid solution (200mL) or 0.1% Ringer's lactate solution for external washing of the affected area. Pay attention to local hygiene, clean the glans and foreskin daily, and seek timely treatment if the foreskin is too long, with possible circumcision if necessary. Glans itching can be stabilized, but the treatment process is generally slow and prone to recurrence after treatment. Therefore, medications should be used symptomatically during treatment. Additionally, it is advised to adopt a healthy lifestyle and proper diet during the treatment period. We hope male patients can recover quickly.