Patient's question:
Doctor, a few days ago I noticed red spots appearing on my head. After realizing it, I went to the hospital for a thorough examination and was diagnosed with balanitis. Initially, there were only two small red spots, and I didn't feel anything. Later, the doctor prescribed benzalkonium chloride solution for cleaning and sterilization. Now the red spots on my glans have completely disappeared and look just like normal. However, the inflammation has caused the foreskin to split, and in the past two days, after cleaning, I have been applying Bao. I have a long foreskin and feel that it is very difficult to heal scars. These two spots have disappeared without any scars forming. How can I solve this?Doctor's answer:
In your situation, it might be possible that you have balanitis, which is often infectious and can be caused by sexual activity, transmitting Candida albicans, trichomonas, chlamydia, mycoplasma, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, or other bacteria. Non-infectious factors are usually due to excessive foreskin, insufficient hygiene, and the accumulation of unclean substances between the foreskin and the glans, known as smegma, which can irritate the foreskin and mucosa, leading to inflammation. It is recommended that you visit a hospital for a detailed examination and timely treatment. Balanitis can be stabilized, but the treatment process is generally slow, and the condition is prone to recurrence after treatment. Therefore, it is essential to use medications that are appropriate for your symptoms during treatment. Additionally, it is advised to adopt a healthy lifestyle and maintain a balanced diet during the treatment period.