Patient's question:
I am 24 years old, and the area where the glans and foreskin connect has been itchy for three or four days. Small red spots have started to appear on the glans, and the sides of the root are more red. I want to know the general symptoms of this condition. What causes balanitis and what are its symptoms?Doctor's answer:
Due to the different manifestations of inflammation from infectious bacteria, it can be divided into the following types:1. Acute superficial balanitis (posthitis): What are the symptoms of balanitis? Initially, the local area is moist, the skin of the penis and scrotum becomes red and swollen, and there is a sensation of itching, burning, and heat on the glans. When retracting the foreskin, it can be seen that the inner surface of the foreskin and the glans are congested, disordered, with exudate, and even cracked skin. After secondary infection, small superficial ulcers can be observed, with foul-smelling creamy purulent discharge. Generally, the inguinal lymph nodes are swollen and tender.