Patient's question:
I've noticed I've had excessive foreskin for a long time. When I was a child, I didn't take it seriously, thinking it didn't interfere with anything. But recently, it's been hurting a lot, so I went to a nearby small hospital to get a circumcision. However, after the circumcision, I developed balanitis (inflammation of the glans). I want to ask if this is normal?Doctor's answer:
After the foreskin surgery, the recurrence of balanitis and the reappearance of foreskin swelling are likely due to bacterial infection caused by the surgery, leading to inflammation of the glans again. Post-surgery patients should pay attention to personal hygiene, maintain regular dietary and living habits, and prioritize rest in bed. Daily local sterilization can be performed using potassium permanganate tablets, or povidone-iodine can be applied externally. Oral anti-inflammatory drugs should be taken to suppress the infection. For male patients, in addition to immediate treatment, they should also pay attention to maintaining deep sleep in daily life. Sufficient deep sleep is essential to help you recover quickly from the illness. I hope the above answer can assist you. Thank you!