Patient's question:
I recently experienced redness and swelling of the foreskin, along with a burning sensation, which was relieved during urination. The glans developed papules and erythema, which gradually expanded, with tiny vesicles the size of needles visible on the erythema. Later, after a thorough examination, it was diagnosed as balanoposthitis. What are the dangers of balanoposthitis?Doctor's answer:
Causes urinary system diseases. Balanitis is also prone to downward infections in the urinary system, commonly seen in conditions such as cystitis, nephritis, and pyelonephritis. Chronic balanitis that does not heal easily is particularly likely to cause urinary system diseases. If not properly treated during the acute phase, it can be life-threatening. It also leads to dry, occlusive balanitis. Dry balanitis is a more severe form of balanitis, damaging the physiological structure of the foreskin and glans, affecting sexual life and aesthetics, and is also a common cause of premature ejaculation.