Patient's question:
What causes a red and swollen glans?Doctor's answer:
Consider infections such as balanitis. The common causes of balanitis include infections from unsafe sexual practices, excessive foreskin, penetration of pathogenic microorganisms, and poor local hygiene. It is recommended to pay attention to personal hygiene, especially local cleanliness, maintain a regular lifestyle, eat a light diet, and drink plenty of water. Avoid spicy and irritating foods, and seek timely medical examination at a formal hospital for external genital secretion tests, bacterial culture, and other related examinations to confirm the diagnosis. Based on the examination results, follow the doctor's advice to cooperate in treating the balanitis. The condition of balanitis with redness and swelling tends to recur, requiring long-term medication. Moreover, for male patients, it is important to seek medical attention at a professional and formal hospital for diagnosis. Treatment should be considered based on the examination results.