Patient's question:
I have been married to my wife for many years, and we have not used any contraception, but we have never been able to conceive. After checking at the hospital, I found out that I have balanitis. Where can I get treatment for balanitis that is closer to me?Doctor's answer:
The affected area is relatively special, and the cause is complex. Since the causes of balanoposthitis can vary, the first step is to diagnose the underlying cause and then treat it accordingly. The treatment of balanoposthitis primarily involves identifying the cause of the inflammation. Generally, balanoposthitis is triggered by either infectious or non-infectious causes. Infectious causes are often due to unprotected sexual intercourse, which can transmit Candida, trichomoniasis, chlamydia, mycoplasma, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, or other bacteria. Non-infectious factors are usually related to excessive foreskin, insufficient hygiene, and the accumulation of dirty substances between the foreskin and the glans, known as smegma, which can irritate the local foreskin and mucosa, leading to recurrent inflammation. Pay attention to keeping the area dry.