Patient's question:
Last week I always felt a bit itchy on my glans, and later it became more and more painful. The glans was a bit red, and it hurt so much when touched that I cried. The doctor said I had balanitis. Last night I even had a fever. I want to know if balanitis can cause a fever?Doctor's answer:
Phimosis will never cause fever; the two have no relation. If fever symptoms reappear, it is essential to identify the cause, as it may be due to a cold. Pay attention to personal hygiene, frequently clean the penis, and keep it dry. Wear loose cotton underwear to prevent friction between the underwear and the glans, which can cause glans pain. Phimosis patients can use physiological saline for cleaning and apply anti-inflammatory and antibacterial medications for treatment.