Patient's question:
10 days ago, small red spots appeared on the scalp, but I didn't pay much attention. A week later, the red spots still haven't gone away. In the past 3 days, I've been applying povidone-iodine to the affected area, but they haven't disappeared or improved.Doctor's answer:
Your consideration is balanitis. Avoid spicy and irritating foods, quit smoking and drinking. Apply ketoconazole cream. Strictly prohibit sexual activity for this period, generally requiring about a week. If it doesn't improve, go to the hospital for a detailed examination of the secretions. Balanitis is possible, but the treatment process is usually slow and prone to recurrence after treatment. Therefore, it is essential to actively cooperate with the doctor's medication plan during treatment. Additionally, during treatment, it is recommended to maintain good living habits and have a proper diet.