Patient's question:
Doctor, my glans has been itchy recently, sometimes it's also swollen and red. After checking, I was diagnosed with balanitis. How should I treat balanitis?Doctor's answer:
Pay attention to the care of the foreskin, it is actually very simple, just use water to rinse. Remember, do not use soap and detergent, because the glans has a naturally occurring layer of mucus and mucous membrane that protects it. However, using soap and detergent can damage the mucous membrane, which can instead lead to urinary tract infections. For patients with balanitis, timely treatment can reduce the frequency of outbreaks. If left untreated, it can affect overall health. Therefore, patients should seek timely and appropriate treatment, and pay close attention to self-care in daily life, avoiding spicy foods. Wishing you a speedy recovery.