Patient's question:
The glans and foreskin are red, swollen, slightly purplish, and very itchy. Two small red spots have appeared on the thighs again, and they are extremely itchy. What should I do about the red, swollen, itchy glans and red patches appearing on the thighs?Doctor's answer:
Consider it to be balanitis caused by Candida infection. Early medication and treatment can involve using feminine wash or potassium permanganate to clean the private area, applying herbal Guanyaning externally, and it is not recommended to take antibiotics. At the same time, maintain good hygiene in the affected area to prevent bad contact and irritation. Avoid smoking, alcohol, overwork, and exposure to cold, and adjust your mindset to develop good habits to promote full recovery. For patients with red and swollen glans, timely treatment can reduce the recurrence. If left untreated, it may affect fertility. Therefore, patients should seek timely symptomatic treatment and avoid overexertion in daily life.