Patient's question:
It has been hurting for several days. Today, I suddenly realized that a few days ago, I had unprotected sex with my wife and didn't clean up afterward. I feel it must have been after that incident! What is this condition? Is it balanitis? What medications can be used?Doctor's answer:
Your external genital area is itchy, white, and has ulcers. Based on the pictures, it is likely candidal balanitis. It is recommended that you use a 1:5000 potassium permanganate solution to wash your external genital area with warm water daily, then apply Daktarin or clotrimazole ointment. Pay attention to maintaining cleanliness and hygiene of the external genital area at all times, and avoid spicy and irritating foods. If it does not improve, seek medical attention at the urology department of a hospital. The condition of balanitis is prone to recurrence, and long-term medication may be required.