Patient's question:
It's been a while, and I've noticed that my glans is particularly dry, and it seems to have some flaky stuff falling off, too. I also feel itchy and painful. Could this be balanitis? Please ask: What are the symptoms of itchy glans?Doctor's answer:
According to your description, in such a case, it is likely that you have balanitis. This 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. After the symptoms subside, continue treatment for more than one week. In most cases, it will improve. The condition of balanitis itching tends to recur, requiring long-term medication. For male patients, it is important to actively seek treatment at professional and reputable hospitals. Treatment should be considered based on the results of a thorough examination. Additionally, it is necessary to limit sexual activity and maintain a positive mood. Finally, we wish all patients a speedy recovery.