Patient's question:
Recently, I had itchy glans and discomfort during urination, with a burning sensation. Taking anti-inflammatory medication helped a lot. In the past few days, it has recurred. I went to a nearby clinic and saw a doctor. The doctor said it was inflammation caused by excessive foreskin. Intravenous fluids can treat the inflammation, but it will recur. How can I improve it?Doctor's answer:
After the growth and development of males during puberty, the glans penis is fully or mostly exposed. If the glans cannot be exposed, the foreskin still tightly covers all or most of the glans, but the foreskin can be retracted manually or the glans can be exposed when the foreskin retracts after an erection. This is known as phimosis. If phimosis is present, it is recommended to undergo circumcision as early as possible for complete treatment. For patients with phimosis, timely treatment can reduce recurrence. If left untreated, it may affect overall health. Therefore, patients should receive timely medication and pay close attention to self-care in daily life, avoiding spicy foods.