Patient's question:
Recently, the head of my penis has been inflamed. I don't know why, and I don't know what's going on. I went to the hospital for a thorough examination. The doctor told me that I had balanitis, and it sometimes hurts. What should I do if I have balanitis?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 (accumulated dirt between the foreskin and glans) may build up, irritating the local foreskin and mucosa and causing inflammation again. It is recommended to visit the infectious disease department for a definitive diagnosis to facilitate timely and appropriate treatment.