Patient's question:
I have some whitehead-like particles on my glans, and it's particularly red and wrinkled. Lately, when I urinate, there's always a white discharge coming out, and it's itchy. I went to see a doctor and they said it's glans inflammation. Please ask: How can the redness and swelling of the foreskin be checked accurately?Doctor's answer:
Hello: Your condition may be balanoposthitis, which can be caused by sexual activity or excessive foreskin, or due to insufficient hygiene, where dirty substances, known as smegma, accumulate between the foreskin and the glans, leading to further irritation and inflammation of the local foreskin and mucosa. It is recommended to visit the infectious diseases department for a definitive diagnosis, which will also facilitate timely and appropriate treatment. Men should also frequently clean between their legs to maintain local hygiene and prevent irritation. The foreskin can be stabilized, but the treatment process is usually lengthy, and the condition is prone to recurrence after treatment. Therefore, it is essential to use medications appropriately during treatment. Additionally, patients should avoid prolonged sitting or riding and pay close attention to personal hygiene. We hope that male patients can recover quickly!