Patient's question:
Hello! I noticed some patches on my glans, and the colors are different. There's also a white substance around the edge of the glans that won't come off with washing. Is this a sign of balanitis? If it is balanitis, what are the risks of balanoposthitis?Doctor's answer:
Balanitis is a very common urological condition that is easily overlooked, which can lead to the mitigation of its harmful effects and the expansion of its scope. The main hazards of balanitis include:1. Damaging reproductive system health. Balanitis can easily cause inflammation of organs such as prostatitis, orchitis, epididymitis, and vas deferens. If not treated promptly and effectively, the inflammation can spread to each other, causing significant harm to perinatal health.
2. Leading to urinary system diseases. Balanitis can also lead to downward infections in the urinary system, commonly seen in conditions such as cystitis, nephritis, and pyelonephritis. Chronic balanitis that does not heal easily is particularly prone to causing urinary system diseases. If not properly treated during acute phases, it can be life-threatening.