Patient's question:
I feel very uncomfortable in my private area, and that feeling is indescribable. It affects my work and life significantly, which is very frustrating. Can balanitis be cured? How is it treated?Doctor's answer:
It is the most common type of disease. Most patients have excessive foreskin. Between the glans and the excessive foreskin, due to shed epithelial cells, glandular secretions, and the bacteria of smegma, a warm and moist bacterial culture medium is formed. Once bacteria enter, inflammation can be triggered. Treatment can involve scrubbing the affected area with a 1:5000 potassium permanganate solution, then applying an antibiotic ointment, using antibiotics appropriately, and recovery typically occurs within a few days. Thank you.In addition, during the treatment of balanitis, besides symptomatic treatment, the patient's dietary condition and psychological state are also crucial.