Patient's question:
I have some whitehead-like particles on my glans, and they are particularly red and rough. Lately, when I urinate, there is always white discharge coming out, and it's itchy. I went to see a doctor and they said it's balanitis. Please ask: How can I better diagnose balanitis if I have it?Doctor's answer:
First, it is recommended that you go to the hospital for a detailed and thorough examination to confirm whether you have balanitis. If you really do have balanitis, it is important to understand the condition. Many patients easily mistake balanitis for a sexually transmitted disease and blindly use topical sterilizing and anti-inflammatory cleaning agents. After using the cleaning agents, the local skin is exposed to strong chemical irritation, leading to redness and swelling that worsens the inflammatory response and ultimately results in chronic balanoposthitis. Any illness can be cured. As long as you have confidence in yourself, the treatment process for the illness is slow, and patients need to actively cooperate.