Patient's question:
I have had recurrent balanitis for over a year. Recently, I've been experiencing severe pain and itching on my penis head. When I retract my foreskin, I noticed that the inner lining of the foreskin has developed a new discharge again, accompanied by a foul odor. How can balanitis be treated effectively?Doctor's answer:
Balanoposthitis is commonly infectious. It is caused by pathogens such as Candida albicans, Trichomonas, Chlamydia, Mycoplasma, etc.; some cases are non-infectious, resulting from factors like smegma irritation, clothing, or condom allergies. Both types of balanoposthitis are closely related to phimosis or paraphimosis. Therefore, patients with balanoposthitis who also have phimosis or paraphimosis need to be treated for both conditions simultaneously. First and foremost, it is essential to promptly identify the disease without delay. Thus, active cooperation with the doctor during treatment is crucial.