Patient's question:
Hello, what are the reasons for the itchy glans, and what medications can be used to treat it? Could you please recommend something? Thank you, also, what should I pay attention to in my daily life?Doctor's answer:
The itching of the glans is generally considered to be caused by balanitis, which is related to factors such as excessive foreskin, poor hygiene, unsafe sexual practices, and local moisture. For medication, it is recommended to externally apply potassium permanganate solution for washing and erythromycin ointment. In daily life, it is advisable to consume fewer spicy and irritating foods, quit smoking and alcohol, pay attention to personal hygiene, clean the external genitalia daily, and maintain local cleanliness and dryness. If there is excessive foreskin, circumcision may be necessary. The condition of glans itching is quite severe, and patients are advised to seek timely symptomatic treatment.