Patient's question:
Patient is male, 42 years old, and was diagnosed with balanitis during the recent examination. What are the common manifestations of balanitis?Doctor's answer:
Phimosis and balanitis manifest as redness, swelling, and burning pain of the foreskin and glans, with mild discomfort during urination. Purulent discharge may ooze from the meatus of the foreskin. If the foreskin is moved, it reveals congestion, edema of the inner foreskin and glans, and in severe cases, shallow small ulcers or erosion, with purulent exudate. A 1/5000 potassium permanganate solution can be used for soaking, and an anti-inflammatory ointment can be applied. For allergic phimosis and balanitis, oral antihistamines and topical corticosteroid ointments are required. In addition to symptomatic treatment for balanitis, patients need to pay attention to nursing care, such as maintaining a light diet and avoiding spicy foods. At the same time, patients should also pay attention to choosing a regular hospital for treatment to achieve good therapeutic effects.