Patient's question:
In November 2018, initially, the outpatient doctor's misdiagnosis became increasingly severe. Could it be drug allergy causing it? Or was it balanitis caused by the endocrine disorder of bacteria due to antibiotics? Later, I went to the hospital for a thorough examination, and the doctor said it was candidal balanitis. Topical clotrimazole helped for a while, but it flared up again. Later, after applying a cream once, I felt a bit burning, 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 frequency of outbreaks. If left untreated, it can affect overall health. Therefore, patients should promptly use medication and avoid overexertion in daily life while paying attention to personal hygiene.