Patient's question:
When taking a shower at night, I noticed a white ring around the head of my penis, and the head of my penis seemed a bit wrinkled and red. Recently, I also found that I wasn't urinating smoothly. After checking at the hospital, they said it was balanitis. Please ask: How should the treatment be carried out if I have balanitis?Doctor's answer:
It is recommended to take metronidazole orally and apply fluconazole ointment externally, while simultaneously using potassium permanganate solution for cleaning. It is advised to frequently clean the foreskin and glans to maintain cleanliness and dryness in the foreskin cavity. If there is phimosis or paraphimosis, circumcision should be performed. Maintain a light diet and avoid spicy and irritating foods. The condition of the foreskin is prone to recurrence, requiring long-term medication. For male patients, it is important to seek professional and reputable medical attention immediately and consider treatment based on examination results. Additionally, pay attention to proper diet, avoid sexual activity, and wish all patients a speedy recovery.