Patient's question:
Doctor, I've been experiencing redness and swelling on my glans recently, along with some itching and a bad odor. Could you please advise on the redness and swelling of the glans with some itching?Doctor's answer:
Consider infections such as balanitis. The common causes of balanitis include transmission through unclean sexual activity, phimosis, penetration of pathogenic microorganisms, and poor local hygiene. It is recommended to pay attention to personal hygiene, especially local cleanliness, maintain a regular lifestyle, eat a light diet, drink plenty of water, and avoid spicy and irritating foods. It is important to promptly undergo relevant tests at a formal hospital, such as external genital secretion tests and bacterial culture, to confirm the diagnosis. Based on the test results, follow the doctor's advice and cooperate with treatment. For patients with red and swollen glans, timely treatment can reduce the incidence. If left untreated, it may affect fertility. Therefore, patients should receive timely medication and pay attention to self-care in daily life, avoiding spicy foods. Wishing you a speedy recovery.