Patient's question:
Recently, the head of my penis has been red, swollen, and painful with a sensation of itching and burning, and it's also peeling. After examination, it was diagnosed as balanitis. Which hospital is good for treating balanitis? In the past few days, red spots have appeared on the head of my penis again, and it's itchy. What medication is good for treating balanitis?Doctor's answer:
Considering it may be balanitis, the first step should be to identify the cause of the balanitis. If a clear cause is identified, targeted treatment should be implemented. For example, for candidal balanitis, nystatin or clotrimazole should be applied locally; for amoebic balanitis, emetine anesthesia should be administered; and for trichomoniasis balanitis, metronidazole can be taken orally. Regardless of which type of balanitis is present, attention should be paid to local hygiene to prevent various complications. For those with phimosis, circumcision can be performed after acute inflammation is controlled. For patients with balanitis, timely treatment can reduce recurrence. If not treated promptly, it may affect overall health. Therefore, patients should receive symptomatic treatment promptly and maintain regular sexual activity in daily life, avoiding prolonged sitting. Wishing you a speedy recovery.