Patient's question:
It seems like I had a slight fever last week, then felt tired and sleepy. When I came home that night, I noticed a ring of redness on the head of my penis, with some bleeding. At the time, I went to the hospital, and the doctor said it was caused by balanitis. Could you please tell me what are the better treatments for balanitis?Doctor's answer:
Balanitis is actually a common urological disease that primarily affects young and middle-aged men. After men enter puberty, the secretion of the glans gland increases, leading to a corresponding increase in smegma. This can then result in recurring inflammatory symptoms, such as a strong foul odor, redness, swelling, and purulent discharge in the foreskin. For patients with balanitis, timely treatment can reduce the likelihood of recurrence. If left untreated, it may affect fertility. Therefore, patients should seek appropriate treatment promptly and pay close attention to self-care in daily life, avoiding spicy foods. Wishing you a speedy recovery.