Patient's question:
Recently, I noticed mild redness and swelling of the foreskin and glans, significant swelling of the foreskin, and severe itching. Please check if it is balanitis. What is the treatment for balanoposthitis? How is balanoposthitis treated?Doctor's answer:
Phimosis is the inflammation of the glans. This condition can be caused by various pathogens, local factors, and other influences. Treatment recommendations include applying potassium permanganate solution externally, taking amoxicillin and levofloxacin orally. It is advisable to avoid spicy and irritating foods, quit smoking and alcohol, maintain good personal hygiene, and clean the external genitalia daily. If phimosis is present, circumcision may be necessary. Phimosis can be stabilized, but the treatment process is generally slow, and the condition is prone to recurrence after treatment. Therefore, it is essential to use medications appropriately during treatment. Additionally, it is recommended to adopt a healthy lifestyle and maintain a balanced diet during the treatment period. We hope male patients can recover quickly!