Patient's question:
In November 2018, initially, the outpatient doctor misdiagnosed the condition, which became increasingly severe. Could it be caused by a drug allergy, or by endocrine disorders in bacteria due to antibiotics leading to balanitis? Later, I went to the hospital for a thorough examination, and the doctor diagnosed it as candidal balanitis. Topical clotrimazole was used, which improved for a while but then the condition recurred. Later, after applying a cream once, I felt a burning sensation, and the red spots on the glans became more prominent.Doctor's answer:
This fungal infection, if there is a problem with phimosis, is usually treated first with phimosis surgery before medication. Phimosis, combined with suitable climatic temperature, can easily recur repeatedly. After circumcision, the glans is locally dry and breathable, making it easier to recover completely. For patients with balanitis, timely treatment can reduce the incidence. If not treated promptly, it can affect overall health. Therefore, patients should receive timely medication and avoid overexertion in daily life while paying attention to personal hygiene.