Should the foreskin be retracted for balanitis?

Patient's question:

How long is the penis considered normal? How much can the penis grow in a year? How can you tell if is getting better?

Doctor's answer:

Generally speaking, in our country, adult males with an erect penis length of less than 8 cm are considered normal.
Recommendations:
- Pay attention to personal hygiene, change underwear and briefs frequently, and maintain cleanliness and dryness in the perineal area.
- For balanitis, as long as there is no redness, swelling, or itching on the surface of the glans penis, it is considered fully recovered.
- For patients with balanitis, timely treatment can reduce the likelihood of recurrence. If left untreated, it may affect fertility.
- Therefore, patients should take medication promptly and avoid overexertion in daily life while maintaining good hygiene.

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