Patient's question:
What is the difference between genital herpes and balanitis? The hospital suspected I had genital herpes based on blood tests. What is the difference between genital herpes and balanitis?Doctor's answer:
Genital herpes is caused by a viral infection, while balanitis is caused by bacterial or fungal infections. Since the hospital has confirmed it to be herpes, it is necessary to persist in medication treatment for a period of time. During the treatment, avoid spicy and irritating foods like fish and shrimp, and maintain local cleanliness at all times. For patients with balanitis, timely treatment can reduce the occurrence of the condition. If it is not treated promptly, it may affect overall health.