Patient's question:
I noticed that my glans seems to have some blisters, red and swollen. The hospital examination said it's balanitis. I haven't done much, but how did I get this condition? Please ask: How is balanitis treated, and what are the methods?Doctor's answer:
This is often due to poor personal hygiene or excessive foreskin, where the secretion from the inner foreskin cannot be cleaned promptly and thoroughly, allowing pathogens to grow and adapt, leading to local inflammation. Potassium permanganate solution can be used for cleaning, and anti-inflammatory medications can be taken orally. It is important to pay attention to personal hygiene, change underwear and pants frequently, and avoid spicy and irritating foods. For patients with balanitis, timely treatment can reduce the likelihood of recurrence. If left untreated, it may affect fertility. Therefore, patients should take medication according to their symptoms and avoid overexertion in daily life while paying attention to personal hygiene. Wishing you a speedy recovery.