Patient's question:
I've been feeling uncomfortable down there for a while, it's both painful and itchy, and my glans seems particularly red and a bit swollen. The smell is especially unpleasant, and there's yellow discharge from my glans. Is this balanitis? Please ask: How should balanitis be treated?Doctor's answer:
Recurrent balanitis has occurred. It is considered to be caused by multiple factors such as poor personal hygiene, a history of unsafe sexual practices, phimosis, and the accumulation of smegma. It is recommended to visit a formal hospital and consult a urologist for a systematic and thorough examination. After a definitive diagnosis is made, local cleaning, sterilization, anti-inflammatory drugs, and symptomatic treatment should be provided. Balanitis can be stabilized, but the treatment process is generally slow, and the condition is prone to recurrence after treatment. Therefore, it is crucial to actively cooperate with the doctor's medication plan during treatment.