Patient's question:
Doctor, my glans has been itchy recently, sometimes it's also swollen and red. I went to the hospital for a check-up and was diagnosed with balanitis. How should I treat balanitis?Doctor's answer:
Phimosis is the main cause of balanitis. Excessive foreskin creates a moist environment, which is the ideal breeding ground for bacteria. External washing with potassium permanganate solution at a 1:5000 concentration and oral fluconazole can effectively treat it. The most thorough treatment is circumcision. For patients with balanitis, timely treatment can reduce recurrence. If left untreated, it can affect overall health. Therefore, patients should seek timely and appropriate treatment and maintain regular sexual activity while avoiding prolonged sitting. Wishing you a speedy recovery.