Patient's question:
I am 18 years old, and the area where the glans and foreskin connect has been itchy for three or four days. It seems like I might have balanoposthitis. Now, the foreskin and the grooves of the glans are sticky and moist, and sometimes it itches occasionally, while at other times it doesn't itch for a long time. How can I safely treat balanoposthitis?Doctor's answer:
When balanitis occurs again, most patients believe it is a sexually transmitted disease and do not purchase topical sterilizing and anti-inflammatory drugs. This exposes the local skin to strong chemical irritation, leading to redness, swelling, and exudation, which further exacerbates the inflammatory response. Ultimately, this can result in chronic balanoposthitis, causing significant harm to the patient's body. Alternatively, it may be due to excessive foreskin, insufficient hygiene, or the accumulation of unclean substances between the foreskin and glans, known as smegma, which can irritate the foreskin and mucosa, triggering inflammation again. It is recommended to visit the infectious disease department for a clear diagnosis to facilitate timely and appropriate treatment.