Patient's question:
First, my glans started appearing with some red spots, but there was no discomfort. However, recently I noticed that blisters of varying sizes have also appeared, and they are getting more and more. This doesn't seem normal, does it? Could it be balanitis? Please ask: Where is it better to treat red and swollen foreskin?Doctor's answer:
The condition you described is a manifestation of balanoposthitis. It can be infectious or non-infectious, and in clinical diagnosis, infectious balanoposthitis is more common. Non-infectious factors are often due to excessive foreskin, insufficient hygiene, and the accumulation of unclean substances between the foreskin and glans, known as smegma, which can irritate the local foreskin and mucosa, leading to recurrent inflammation. It is recommended to undergo timely and thorough examination and treatment to prevent the pathogen from spreading backward to the urethra, prostate, and other areas. If you have any concerns, feel free to consult us. Balanoposthitis tends to recur, requiring long-term medication. For male patients, it is important to actively seek treatment at professional and reputable hospitals and consider treatment based on examination results.