Patient's question:
What are the symptoms of balanitis? How is it treated? You had a circumcision surgery in December, and now the foreskin always has white discharge with a bad odor when retracted.Doctor's answer:
Phimosis refers to the inflammation of the glans penis. This condition can be treated with oral penicillin V tablets, erythromycin, tetracycline, and soaking in a 1/5000 potassium permanganate solution, followed by applying an anti-inflammatory ointment. Phimosis often recurs, requiring long-term oral medication. For male patients, it is essential to seek professional and reputable medical attention immediately. Treatment should be considered based on thorough examination results. Additionally, proper diet and abstinence from sexual activity are important. Finally, we wish all patients a speedy recovery.