Patient's question:
I got infected with my girlfriend after sex, and it has been ten days already. I went to the hospital for treatment recently. Now I am taking anti-inflammatory medication, but it's not showing any improvement. I am quite careful about hygiene, so what are the possible causes of balanoposthitis?Doctor's answer:
Your condition may be balanoposthitis, which can be caused by sexual activity and excessive foreskin. It can be transmitted by Staphylococcus, Streptococcus, E. coli, Candida albicans, Trichomonas, Chlamydia, Mycoplasma, fungi, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, or other bacteria. Alternatively, due to excessive foreskin and insufficient hygiene, smegma (the buildup of unclean material between the foreskin and the glans) may accumulate, stimulating the local foreskin and mucosa to cause inflammation again. It is recommended to visit the infectious diseases department for a definitive diagnosis to facilitate timely and appropriate treatment.