Patient's question:
The past few days, when I went to the toilet to urinate, I felt something was wrong with the glans. Previously, urination was quite smooth, but recently it has been painful. I checked, and the glans was also swollen. I went to the hospital for a thorough examination, and the doctor said it was balanitis. He prescribed povidone-iodine solution. I wonder if povidone-iodine solution is effective for treating balanitis?Doctor's answer:
Povidone-iodine solution has a certain effect in treating balanitis. Balanitis is often directly related to phimosis. In most cases, immediate use of anti-inflammatory drugs leads to significant improvement. At the same time, it is essential to maintain local dryness and cleanliness. Pay attention to the retraction of the prepuce. If necessary, consider undergoing a prepuce circumcision at the hospital. Balanitis is a condition that is difficult to fully heal. Friends with this condition should maintain a positive mindset and face it with optimism. Only in this way can they enhance their confidence in combating balanitis and believe that recovery is certain.