Patient's question:
In daily life, my girlfriend is quite liberal, having two or three boyfriends, and everyone dislikes going out. A few days ago, after staying in a room with one of them, I've been feeling uncomfortable downstairs. My glans is swollen and has developed many bumps, resembling an inflammation, but I'm also worried it might be syphilis. How can I differentiate between glans inflammation and syphilis?Doctor's answer:
Gonococcal urethritis is generally caused by bacterial infections, but it can also be triggered by poor hygiene or unsafe sexual practices. It may lead to abnormal symptoms such as redness, pain, and a burning sensation in the glans. Syphilis is a disease caused by infection with the Treponema pallidum bacterium, which can be transmitted through contact with an infected person or through unsafe sexual behavior. A definitive diagnosis requires medical testing, such as a complete blood count and syphilis antibody test. Treatment should only be administered after a clear diagnosis. It is important to maintain good hygiene and refrain from sexual activity to prevent further complications.