Patient's question:
Last week, I seemed to have a slight fever, then felt tired and sleepy. When I got home that night, I noticed a red ring had appeared 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. I would like to ask: Which method is best for treating balanitis?Doctor's answer:
This if it's not very severe, then you can decide to wash it with potassium permanganate solution, etc. Additionally, change underwear daily and keep it dry. Sexual activity should be avoided for the time being. If the cleaning does not show improvement after a few days, it is important to promptly visit a hospital for a thorough examination. If the inflammation is significant, there may be a need to consider anti-inflammatory medications such as cefixime for treatment. Pay attention to hygiene—balanitis can be cured, but the treatment process is generally slow, and relapse is common after recovery. Therefore, during treatment, it is essential to actively cooperate with the doctor's plan, use medication appropriately, and maintain a light diet, avoiding foods, smoking, and drinking beer. We hope male patients can recover quickly.