Patient's question:
How to treat balanitis better There are small red spots on the glans, painless and itchy, for a year. If you don't go to the hospital, what is the best way to treat it?Doctor's answer:
It might be balanitis, which is primarily caused by inflammation of the glans mucosa due to infection. It is generally divided into acute superficial balanitis, candidal balanitis, and trichomoniasis balanitis. Different methods are adopted based on the different pathogens. This can be identified through laboratory tests and culture. Generally, treatment involves retracting the foreskin at home, applying a 1:5000 potassium permanganate solution for local cleaning, and then using antibiotics for anti-inflammatory purposes. Avoid spicy, dry, and hot foods. The treatment period typically lasts for about 2-3 weeks, and sexual intercourse should be avoided.In addition to timely treatment, the patient's dietary condition and psychological state are also particularly important during the treatment of balanitis. Patients must avoid excessive mental tension and anxiety to prevent unnecessary impacts on the recovery of balanitis.