Patient's question:
The foreskin feels a bit itchy in a few circles, but it's not very itchy, not painful, and there are no other problems. I don't know what's going on. Sometimes it's not itchy either. Anyway, it just feels a bit uncomfortable. It's not really itchy, and it's not painful either. It's like there's something on the skin, as if something is crawling. When sitting properly, it feels fine. Two weeks ago, the head and foreskin turned red, and I used potassium permanganate many times, which made it better. Now it's healed, but the skin around the head feels off. What should I do? Should I take any medicine or use any ointment? I've already used potassium permanganate many times, and that's about it.Doctor's answer:
Based on your symptom description, it is considered to be balanitis (inflammation of the glans and foreskin). This may be related to phimosis (reduced foreskin retraction), excessive sebum secretion, lack of attention to hygiene, and residual urine irritation. Redness and swelling of the glans and foreskin suggest balanitis. Excessive use of potassium permanganate can cause irritation, leading to skin damage and white patches on the skin. The skin of the penis is very delicate, so it is not recommended to use special liquids or creams externally. When using potassium permanganate, ensure the color is light red and avoid using it too concentrated.