Patient's question:
Erythema of the prepuce in children An 8-year-old child currently has balanitis and posthitis. If they are washed daily, there is no problem. If they skip washing for one or two days, the glans and foreskin will develop mild ulcers. How should it be treated?Doctor's answer:
Hello baby, the common reasons for this situation are due to poor local hygiene, which leads to viral or bacterial infections causing skin harm, mainly caused by the influence of urine deposits. It is recommended that in this case, it is first necessary to maintain constant hygiene and cleanliness of the affected area. Additionally, local application of erythromycin ointment or povidone-iodine for sterilization can be used. If necessary, circumcision can be considered. In addition to timely treatment for balanitis, patients also need to pay attention to care aspects, such as maintaining a light diet and avoiding spicy foods. At the same time, patients should also pay attention to choosing a regular hospital for treatment to obtain a good therapeutic effect.