Patient's question:
I once had balanitis, but it didn't heal. I only realized yesterday that it might have been caused by not rinsing the soap thoroughly from under the foreskin when I took a bath the day before. The initial symptoms were swelling of the foreskin, slight itching and warmth at the foreskin opening, redness of the glans, and dry skin. Will it get better if I wash it daily? Or is there any medicine I can take? What are the symptoms of acute superficial balanitis?Doctor's answer:
Due to the high incidence rate of balanoposthitis, its initial symptoms are relatively mild, and the condition fluctuates between improvement and worsening. Therefore, it is easily overlooked in daily life until it becomes severe and requires follow-up treatment. By the time of follow-up, complications and comorbidities may have already developed, causing significant damage to the perinatal health system. Therefore, it is crucial to undergo early and thorough examinations and seek timely treatment. Pay attention to local hygiene, clean the glans and foreskin daily, and if the foreskin is overly long, seek timely treatment. Circumcision may be necessary if cleaning the foreskin is difficult. It is essential to keep the foreskin clean promptly.