Patient's question:
I recently experienced severe pain in my glans during sexual intercourse with my wife, and this has happened twice in a row. While taking a bath, I noticed redness and swelling on my glans. After a thorough examination at the hospital, they diagnosed me with balanitis, saying it can be treated. However, I am very worried whether I must have the glans surgically removed?Doctor's answer:
The glans again exhibits symptoms such as redness, swelling, heat, and pain, which can be treated locally with anti-inflammatory medications and disinfectants to control the condition. It can gradually stabilize and return to normal. Generally, surgical treatment is not necessary. Pay attention to personal hygiene to prevent recurrent inflammation and infection in the glans area, which can gradually recover. If there is phimosis, it is recommended to have the excess foreskin surgically removed after the inflammation is controlled.The condition of balanitis is quite severe. It is advised that patients seek timely symptomatic treatment and follow the doctor's recommendations. At the same time, pay attention to self-care and proper diet to avoid worsening the condition. The above answer is hoped to help you.