Patient's question:
What are the reasons for the redness and swelling of the glans?Doctor's answer:
According to your description, it is mainly considered to be balanoposthitis. Balanoposthitis is a common external genital disease in men. It is divided into balanitis and posthitis. Because they often occur simultaneously, it is referred to as balanoposthitis. It can be infectious or non-infectious. Since it is an inflammatory condition that can also lead to upward infection, it is recommended that you go to a formal specialized hospital for a thorough examination to identify the cause and receive targeted treatment to avoid missing the opportunity to treat the condition. For patients with red and swollen glans, timely treatment can reduce the incidence. If it is not treated in a timely manner, it may affect your health. Therefore, patients should take oral medication in a timely manner and pay more attention to self-care in daily life to avoid spicy foods.