Patient's question:
What are the symptoms of balanitis? Today, I accidentally took a close look at my glans and noticed that some parts of it had a different color compared to other areas, similar to the color difference after peeling and regrowing. There was a bit of fine scaling at the edge, and the erection was more noticeable. However, there was no redness, swelling, or other discomfort. What are the symptoms of balanitis?Doctor's answer:
In your case, it may be balanitis, which is often caused by sexual activity, leading to infections from Candida albicans, Trichomonas vaginalis, Chlamydia, Mycoplasma, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, or other bacteria. Non-communicable factors are usually due to excessive foreskin, insufficient hygiene, and the accumulation of unclean substances between the foreskin and the glans, known as smegma, which can irritate the local foreskin and mucosa, causing inflammation again. It is recommended that you visit a hospital for a detailed examination and timely treatment.