Patient's question:
I didn't get out to see the world until I was 24 years old. Last month, a colleague invited me to go to a bar, and I went out with a young lady. Unexpectedly, she had a problem, and my glans immediately swelled up with inflammation. Now that the inflammation has subsided, there are only some small red spots left. Could I have been infected?Doctor's answer:
Having sex with a prostitute in a bar can lead to infection if the woman has a sexually transmitted disease. I immediately developed balanitis (inflammation of the glans), and now I'm experiencing red spots again. If this happens again, you can use povidone-iodine for local sterilization and apply clotrimazole ointment externally. These are commonly available at pharmacies. Pay attention to hygiene to prevent infection, and avoid unsafe sexual practices. If you have phimosis, consider getting a circumcision, which would be more thorough. For patients with balanitis, timely treatment can reduce recurrence. If left untreated, it can affect overall health. Therefore, patients should take medication according to symptoms and maintain a regular lifestyle, avoiding prolonged sitting. Wishing you a speedy recovery.