Patient's question:
I recently experienced redness and swelling of the foreskin, a burning sensation, and relief of pain during urination. The glans developed papules and erythema, which gradually expanded, with small vesicles the size of needles visible on the erythema. Later, after a thorough examination, it was diagnosed as balanoposthitis. What are the potential harms of balanoposthitis?Doctor's answer:
Can lead to sexual dysfunction. During the inflammatory phase of balanitis, the sexual sensory nerves of the glans are in a sensitive period, and combined with the damage caused by inflammation, it makes it easier to experience premature ejaculation during sexual activity. In the long term, it can lead to the recurrence of premature ejaculation. Moreover, the formation of a thickened narrow ring due to the swelling and adhesion of the foreskin can cause the penis to be pulled backward during erection, leading to weak erection (premature ejaculation). Balanitis can be cured, but the treatment period is generally long, and it is prone to recurrence after treatment. Therefore, during treatment, medication must be used according to the symptoms.