Patient's question:
I recently have some redness and swelling around the glans, it's quite red because the foreskin covers the glans when it's not erect. Also, my pants aren't breathable and I'm busy at work, so it got inflamed. I searched online and found it's balanitis. Hello, how should I use medication for balanitis?Doctor's answer:
Local symptoms without abnormal urination are generally more common due to bacterial infections. You can use antibacterial and antiseptic solutions such as liquid soaps or a 15,000 potassium permanganate solution to clean the area, followed by applying antibiotic ointment locally. Continue using the medication for a week. Avoid wearing tight, non-breathable pants or underwear and keep the area dry to prevent moisture. In terms of diet, avoid spicy foods. If there are abnormal urinations, it is necessary to check a urinalysis and receive anti-inflammatory treatment. The condition of the foreskin tends to recur.