Patient's question:
My husband's glans is red and swollen on one side with some pain. He says it's caused by his underwear getting sweaty while playing basketball. This has happened twice. Is this reason plausible? What should he do about the redness and pain on one side of his glans?Doctor's answer:
It is balanitis. Balanitis refers to the inflammation of the glans mucosa. This condition can be caused by various pathogens, local trauma, and other factors. It is recommended to take oral anti-inflammatory drugs. For patients with red and swollen glans, using a 1:5000 potassium permanganate solution for local washing can be beneficial. Timely treatment can reduce the incidence. If not treated promptly, it may affect the overall health condition. Therefore, patients should take medication in a timely manner and maintain a regular lifestyle in daily life, avoiding prolonged sitting.