Patient's question:
Hello! I noticed some patches on my glans with different colors, and there's a white substance around the edge of the glans that can't be washed off. Is this condition caused by balanitis? If it is balanitis, could you please tell me what would be a good treatment for it?Doctor's answer:
The treatment for balanitis should be targeted at the cause of inflammation, so it varies from person to person. The doctor will recommend the most appropriate treatment based on the individual patient's condition, the impact on their daily life, and any other medical conditions they may have. Oral or topical antibiotics are primarily used to treat balanitis caused by bacterial or fungal infections. If the balanitis is caused by chemical irritation of the skin, it is necessary to avoid further contact with the relevant chemicals. If needed, the doctor may use medication to reduce the patient's itching and pain. If the balanitis frequently recurs and the patient's foreskin is difficult to retract for cleaning, then consideration should be given to the need for circumcision.