Patient's question:
Doctor, I am 24 years old. A few days ago, due to the unbearable itching of the glans and feeling very uncomfortable, I went to the dermatology department of the hospital for treatment. The doctor said I had candidal balanitis. After using the medication prescribed by the doctor, it didn't help much, so I wanted to ask the doctor how to deal with it?Doctor's answer:
This type of skin disease is a fungal infection, which may be caused by poor personal hygiene. If you want to treat it, you can first try using some topical antifungal medications. For example, creams like ketoconazole. Additionally, during the treatment process, it is important to pay attention to personal hygiene in the affected area. If it doesn't improve, you should still go to the dermatology department of a hospital for examination. The condition of balanitis tends to recur easily, requiring long-term medication to maintain. For male patients, it is important to actively seek treatment at professional and reputable hospitals. Treatment should be considered based on the results of a thorough examination. Also, it is important to quit smoking and drinking, and maintain good personal hygiene. Finally, we wish all patients a speedy recovery.