Patient's question:
Although my sexual life is a bit chaotic, I'm also quite cautious about safety. Recently, I had a sexual encounter, and a few days later, I felt intense itching and redness on my glans. When I retracted my foreskin, I noticed that the glans was swollen and inflamed. I went to the hospital for a thorough examination and was diagnosed with balanitis. It's important to treat it promptly. What causes balanitis?Doctor's answer:
There are many causes of balanoposthitis, including trauma, contact transmission, unclean sexual activity, and allergies, all of which can lead to the recurrence of balanoposthitis. It is worth noting that some forms of balanoposthitis are contagious, such as trichomoniasis, candidiasis, and balanoposthitis caused by mycoplasma and chlamydia. It is recommended to seek medical attention at a formal hospital for a thorough examination to identify the underlying cause and receive targeted treatment. For patients with balanoposthitis, timely treatment can reduce the risk of recurrence. If left untreated, it may affect fertility.