Patient's question:
I have had itchy, red, swollen, and painful glans in these last couple of days. After a thorough examination at the hospital, it was diagnosed as balanitis. Why did I get balanitis?Doctor's answer:
Phimosis refers to inflammation of the glans penis caused by factors such as trauma, injury, or infection. The causes of phimosis are generally divided into infectious and non-infectious factors. Infectious factors are based on direct or indirect contact with bacteria, such as E. coli, staphylococcus, and streptococcus, followed by infections caused by fungi like Candida, trichomonas, mycoplasma, chlamydia, and gonococcus. Non-infectious factors include irritation from urine, alkaline substances (such as cleaning agents), and foreign materials (such as condoms); friction and mental trauma; and phimosis due to excessive foreskin. It is recommended to seek medical attention at a formal urological hospital for a thorough examination. Based on the specific cause, a scientific and reasonable treatment plan should be implemented to address the condition.