Patient's question:
I got a check-up last week and found that I have balanitis. It seems to be getting worse recently, with some bleeding and discharge, and it looks like there are also blisters. Is the condition getting serious? Please ask: How can the treatment for red and swollen glans be more effective?Doctor's answer:
A 30-year-old young man with redness and dampness of the glans may be caused by phimosis or poor hygiene, leading to balanitis. It is recommended to maintain good hygiene of the external genitalia and use a 1:5000 potassium permanganate solution for external washing. If phimosis is present, circumcision surgery can be performed after the redness and swelling subside. The redness and swelling of the glans can be relieved, but the treatment period is usually long, and the condition is prone to recurrence after treatment. Therefore, it is essential to actively cooperate with the doctor's treatment, use medication appropriately, and adopt a healthy lifestyle with proper diet during the treatment. We hope that the male patient can recover as soon as possible!