Patient's question:
Doctor, my glans has been itchy recently, and sometimes it's also swollen and red. When I went to the hospital for a check-up, I was diagnosed with balanitis. How should I treat balanitis?Doctor's answer:
Considering the symptoms currently recurring due to irritation from balanitis, it may be advisable to actively use an external wash with potassium permanganate at a concentration of 1:5000. During the treatment period, sexual activity should be avoided. If necessary, oral anti-inflammatory medication can be used in conjunction. Balanitis can be relieved with this treatment, but the treatment period is generally long, and the condition is prone to recurrence after treatment. Therefore, it is crucial to actively cooperate with the doctor's medication plan during treatment. Additionally, patients should avoid prolonged sitting or riding and pay close attention to personal hygiene. We hope that male patients can recover quickly!