Patient's question:
For a while now, I've noticed that my glans is particularly dry, and it seems to be shedding something like dandruff. I also feel itchy and painful at times. Is this balanitis? Please ask: What are the symptoms and treatments for balanitis?Doctor's answer:
The common causes of balanitis include transmission through unclean sexual activity, 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 promptly undergo relevant tests at a formal hospital, such as external genital secretion tests and bacterial culture, to confirm the diagnosis. Based on the test results, follow the doctor's advice and cooperate with treatment. Balanitis can be cured, 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 medication plan during treatment. Additionally, patients should maintain a light diet, avoid spicy foods, and not smoke or drink alcohol. We hope male patients can recover quickly!