Patient's question:
When taking a bath at night, I noticed a white ring around the head of my penis, and it 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: What methods can be used to treat red and swollen foreskin?Doctor's answer:
Hello! The above situation is often considered to be caused by conditions such as genital herpes, balanitis, etc. Common causes include transmission through unsafe sexual practices, excessive foreskin, penetration of pathogenic microorganisms, and poor local hygiene. It is recommended to pay attention to personal hygiene, especially local cleanliness, maintain a regular lifestyle, eat a light diet, drink plenty of water, avoid spicy and irritating foods, and seek timely medical diagnosis to confirm the cause and receive targeted treatment instead of blindly using medication. Wishing you good health! For patients with foreskin issues, timely treatment can reduce the likelihood of recurrence. If left untreated, it may affect overall health. Therefore, patients should take medication according to their symptoms and maintain a regular sexual life, avoiding prolonged sitting. Wishing you a speedy recovery!