Patient's question:
My foreskin has always been too long, and now I've noticed it's swollen with red spots. I'm afraid to scratch it because it will break open. The smell is noticeable even from a distance. The doctor carefully examined it and said it's balanitis. First, we need to treat the inflammation, and then we can have the foreskin removed. Can balanitis be cured?Doctor's answer:
1. First, apply or rub the affected area with a 0.1% solution of new, then use an ointment or cream containing imidazole drugs. Taking terbinafine orally is also effective.2. For severe systemic or visceral infections, combined internal and external treatment is recommended. Oral itraconazole or intravenous fluconazole can be used, along with topical miconazole nitrate treatment.
3. In chronic or dry, scaly stages, use a tetracycline hydrocortisone ointment.
4. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Treatment: TCM often classifies this condition into three types. Additionally, patients should avoid prolonged sitting or riding and pay close attention to personal hygiene.