Patient's question:
Doctor, I would like to consult a few questions about what medication can be used to treat balanitis. I have had balanitis for half a month, and after taking Western medicine for a week, it hasn't been effective. I plan to change doctors this week. Should I see a traditional Chinese medicine doctor instead? Use traditional Chinese medicine to regulate it. Anyway, I don't trust the original doctor anymore, as the medication he prescribed is both expensive and ineffective. I've heard that traditional Chinese medicine can treat balanitis, and I'd like to give it a try.Doctor's answer:
Hello! For balanitis, it is recommended to go to the hospital for a thorough examination to identify the type of bacteria causing the balanitis symptoms. Following medical advice and taking medication for the specific condition is key. Do not self-medicate blindly. Develop good living habits, pay attention to personal hygiene, adjust and enhance nutrition and digestion, eat more vegetables and fruits, and drink plenty of water. Avoid spicy and irritating foods, and do not drink alcohol. Pay attention to personal hygiene and promptly and thoroughly remove smegma. For patients, if the balanitis condition is severe, they should seek immediate treatment for the specific condition and use appropriate medication. Otherwise, it may lead to a recurrence of balanitis. In addition, patients also need to maintain a proper diet and stay in a good mood. I hope the answers to these questions can help everyone. Thank you.