Patient's question:
Recently, I've been experiencing lower body pain, and I can see red spots on my glans. It also hurts when I urinate. After searching online, I found out that I might have balanitis. The doctor also said it's caused by balanitis. How is balanitis caused?Doctor's answer:
Balanoposthitis is a common infectious disease of the male reproductive system, often occurring in patients with phimosis or excessive prepuce. Due to the accumulation of smegma caused by phimosis or excessive prepuce, prolonged irritation can eventually lead to balanoposthitis. Experts say that balanoposthitis can cause sexual dysfunction in patients and even lead to male infertility, posing serious risks that require timely treatment.Detailed examination and laboratory tests: Candidal balanoposthitis (balanitis) can be identified by examining or culturing the inflamed foreskin and glans for Candida. Trichomoniasis balanoposthitis can be detected by finding trichomonads in the discharge.