Patient's question:
I have phimosis. Last week, my foreskin was slightly swollen with cracks and had a lot of white discharge on the glans. This afternoon, I noticed many red spots on the glans, which are painless, itchy, and without any bumps. My foreskin is a bit itchy. I used a solution to clean it. Please let an expert check if it's balanitis. I haven't had any unprotected sex recently.Doctor's answer:
There is an increase in secretions at the glans with redness, and the foreskin has cracks and swelling. It is likely caused by poor hygiene leading to balanoposthitis. It is recommended that you wash the external genital area with warm water daily, then apply some ointment. Pay attention to maintaining cleanliness and hygiene of the external genital area at all times. Avoid spicy and irritating foods. If the symptoms do not improve, seek follow-up treatment at the urology department promptly. Balanitis can be cured, but the treatment process is usually slow, and the condition is prone to recurrence after treatment. Therefore, it is essential to actively cooperate with the doctor's medication plan during treatment. Additionally, it is advisable to maintain a healthy lifestyle and have a balanced diet during the treatment period.