Patient's question:
I have a condition of excessive foreskin, and I haven't paid much attention to hygiene lately. Recently, I noticed some small red spots on my glans, which are itchy, and there is often sticky discharge. After a thorough examination at the hospital, the doctor said it was balanoposthitis. How should balanoposthitis be treated effectively?Doctor's answer:
Urethritis of the glans is generally caused by transmission through unprotected sex or due to excessive foreskin, insufficient hygiene, and the irritation of the mucous membrane in the area between the foreskin and the glans. If left untreated, the glans and foreskin may develop secondary erosion and ulcers, accompanied by creamy, foul-smelling purulent discharge. In severe cases, gangrene may occur, along with conditions such as prostatitis and infertility. If you notice any issues, please seek medical attention promptly. After a proper diagnosis is made, targeted treatment should be administered.