Patient's question:
The glans was also unaware of what was happening. Since going to bed yesterday morning, it had noticed that it was already red and swollen, especially when rubbing against underwear, which was very painful. And now it has also started to feel a bit itchy, with even light touches causing some pain. Is it balanitis?Doctor's answer:
Considering the possibility of balanitis, balanitis initially presents with local redness, a sense of heat and itching. The transmission of balanitis is generally caused by unclean sexual activity or due to excessive foreskin. Clinical manifestations primarily include dampness, redness, swelling, heat, and pain on the glans and foreskin. Symptoms may worsen after friction, accompanied by symptoms such as urgency and dysuria. For patients with balanitis, timely treatment can reduce the incidence of the condition. If left untreated, it may affect fertility. Therefore, patients should seek timely symptomatic treatment and maintain a healthy lifestyle to avoid overexertion, while paying attention to personal hygiene.