Patient's question:
Doctor, my glans has been itchy recently, sometimes it's also swollen and red. After examination, I was diagnosed with balanitis. How should patients with balanitis be treated?Doctor's answer:
The condition you mentioned is balanitis, and it is recommended to seek medical attention for proper treatment to prevent recurrence or worsening. While receiving appropriate diagnosis, it is important to maintain good local hygiene, clean frequently, maintain a regular diet and lifestyle, avoid smoking, alcohol, overwork, and exposure to cold, develop good habits, gradually stabilize, and promote early recovery. For patients with balanitis, timely treatment can reduce the likelihood of recurrence. If left untreated, it may affect fertility. Therefore, patients should promptly take medication and avoid overexertion in daily life while paying attention to personal hygiene. Wishing you a speedy recovery.