Patient's question:
Doctor, I've been experiencing redness and swelling on my glans recently, along with some itching and a bad odor. I'm wondering if the redness and swelling are painful. Could you please advise on the best medication to treat this?Doctor's answer:
According to your description, you may have balanoposthitis, which is usually caused by a fungal infection and requires antifungal treatment. It is recommended that you go to the hospital for diagnosis and medication. You can apply miconazole nitrate cream externally. If you have a direct family member, they should also use miconazole nitrate suppositories for vaginal administration. During treatment, avoid sexual activity and frequently clean the foreskin and glans to maintain cleanliness and dryness in the foreskin cavity. Balanitis can be completely prevented. In daily life, pay attention to good hygiene habits. Circumcision for those with phimosis or excessive foreskin can also be very effective in prevention. If the condition is detected, use potassium permanganate solution to soak and clean the foreskin at the affected site.