Patient's question:
I've been feeling so uncomfortable lately. My glans is both red and itchy. After a thorough examination at the hospital, they said I have balanitis. The glans is red, with small spots on it. When the glans is erect, the spots are clearly visible—they are raised and very small. The redness is localized. In the morning, the redness is not as much, while in the afternoon it's more than in the morning. At night, the area with the most redness, and by morning, it's less. The glans is red with small spots, but it doesn't hurt or itch. I've already gone to the hospital for this. How can balanitis be treated?Doctor's answer:
The clinical manifestations of balanitis are often characterized by local itching, redness, swelling, erosion, and even ulcers. Reappearance of discharge, odor, and other symptoms may occur. In severe cases, fever, chills, and systemic symptoms may develop, or the penis may become swollen and painful. Both partners should be treated together, and sexual activity is prohibited during the treatment period. Men should also frequently clean the groin area to maintain local hygiene and prevent irritation. It is recommended to seek treatment at a formal hospital. Balanitis can be cured, but the treatment process is generally slow, and the condition is prone to recurrence after recovery.