Patient's question:
The glans is red and swollen, and the foreskin is also red and swollen. How should it be treated and what precautions are needed?Doctor's answer:
It is possible that you may have balanitis. Generally, balanitis is caused by excessive foreskin, where the inner foreskin secretions cannot be cleaned promptly and thoroughly, allowing pathogens to grow and adapt, leading to local inflammation. This may manifest as: redness, swelling, blisters, red spots, discharge, smegma, itching, and a bad odor.To address this, if the condition is mild, you can regularly clean with clean water or potassium permanganate solution. If it is severe, you should seek medical attention for a thorough examination and treatment. If it recurs frequently, it is best to undergo circumcision, which can prevent the recurrence of balanitis.
In daily life, maintain a light diet and avoid spicy or irritating foods. Get adequate rest and avoid overexertion.