Patient's question:
Can be tested for bacterial types? Is it better to have the treatment correspond one-on-one after the test results are obtained?Doctor's answer:
Inflammation of the glans penis can be caused by general bacteria or fungal infections. To distinguish between contagious pathogens, one can make inferences based on symptoms and appearance. For example, bacterial balanitis may present with redness, swelling, and pain, while fungal balanitis might involve the continuous accumulation of substances resembling smegma, along with abnormal symptoms such as pain. It is recommended to conduct a laboratory test for the most accurate determination between fungal or bacterial infection. This allows for precise differentiation and targeted treatment to avoid delaying the condition. Balanitis can be stabilized.