Patient's question:
The glans and foreskin are red, swollen, painful, and itchy. Is this (balanitis) as the legend goes? How should it be treated?Doctor's answer:
Balanitis is the most common type of penile head and foreskin disease. Nearly all patients have phimosis or excessive foreskin. Between the penile head and the excessive foreskin, a warm and moist bacterial culture medium is formed by shed epithelial cells, glandular secretions, and smegma bacteria. Once bacteria enter, inflammation can be triggered. When choosing a hospital for treating balanitis, it is essential to select a professional one! For balanitis, the first priority is to maintain local hygiene—gently clean the penile head and foreskin daily. If the foreskin is excessively long, it should be treated promptly, and circumcision may be necessary if needed. It is very important to clean the smegma in a timely manner. When choosing a hospital for treating balanitis, it is essential to select a professional one!