Patient's question:
Hello, I am allergic to drugs. My glans is red, swollen, and itchy, then it ulcers and even peels. I went to the hospital and was prescribed herbal soaking, but after 4 days, it hasn't worked. What should I do? I am allergic to painkillers and cephalosporin. My glans is red, swollen, and itchy, then it ulcers and even peels. Previous treatment and effectiveness: I went to the hospital and was prescribed herbal soaking, but it hasn't worked after 4 days. What should I do? The kind of assistance I need: I expect guidance on treatment and some advice on medication, as it has already affected my work for several days.Doctor's answer:
Phimosis Inflammation of the glans penis is called balanitis. This condition can be caused by various pathogens, local irritation, and other factors. When there is discharge, use a 3% boric acid solution or a 0.05% emodin solution for wet compresses. For antifungal treatment, if caused by allergic factors, topical corticosteroid preparations should be used. The condition of redness and swelling of the glans penis tends to recur, requiring long-term medication treatment. Moreover, for male patients, it is important to actively seek medical treatment from professional and reputable hospitals. Treatment should be considered based on the results of a thorough examination.