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 tiny vesicles the size of needles visible on the erythema. Later, after a thorough examination, it was diagnosed as balanoposthitis. What are the harms faced by patients with 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 constricting ring due to the swelling and adhesion of the foreskin can cause the penis to be pulled backward during erection, resulting in weak erection (premature ejaculation). For patients with balanitis, timely treatment can reduce the incidence of the condition. If left untreated, it can affect fertility. Therefore, patients should seek timely and appropriate treatment, and maintain regular sexual activity in daily life to avoid prolonged sitting.