Patient's question:
Initially, there was localized dampness, with the skin on the neck turning red and swollen. There was a sensation of itching, burning, and heat on the glans. When the foreskin was retracted, it was evident that the inner surface of the foreskin and the glans were congested, disordered, with even broken skin. After secondary infection, small superficial ulcers were observed, accompanied by foul-smelling creamy purulent discharge. How is balanoposthitis treated?Doctor's answer:
Pay attention to the instructions from the medication, patients with ulcers or erosion should change medication promptly to prevent discomforting irritation. Prevent transmission for acute balanoposthitis, avoid the use of corticosteroid creams to prevent more severe infections. Traditional Chinese Medicine believes this condition is caused by damp-heat in the liver channel and accumulated fire toxins in the glans. It is primarily characterized by symptoms of purple swelling, pain, inflammation, and suppuration, resembling an abscess. Treatment should focus on clearing heat, draining fire, expelling toxins, killing parasites (bacteria), reducing swelling, and alleviating pain, while also appropriately nourishing the liver and kidneys.