Patient's question:
I noticed that my glans seems to have some blisters, red and swollen. The hospital examination said it was balanitis. I didn't do much, but how did I get this disease? Please ask: What are the precautions to pay attention to when treating balanitis?Doctor's answer:
When treating balanitis, medication must be administered based on individual circumstances. It is essential to undergo comprehensive and thorough examinations at a formal hospital to identify the specific cause before receiving targeted treatment under the guidance of a doctor. The main reasons for the recurrence of balanitis include: neglecting hygiene of the external genitalia. The sebaceous glands of the foreskin in young males often secrete excessively. If not cleaned regularly, the secretions from the sebaceous glands can accumulate under the foreskin, forming cheesy-looking smegma. Smegma is an excellent breeding ground for bacteria, and failure to remove it promptly and thoroughly can lead to bacterial infections. If the patient has phimosis or excessive foreskin, it is difficult to remove the smegma completely. In such cases, to, circumcision surgery should be performed.