Patient's question:
I feel mild burning discomfort at the tip of my penis. I have been treated at the hospital for two days. The doctor said it was balanitis and prescribed medication without conducting thorough examinations. It seems to have no significant effect after two days—neither better nor worse. I’ve spent a lot of money, so is it the wrong treatment or is this symptom particularly stubborn? I’m desperate for doctors to clarify. I feel like I can take medication, but they insisted on IV drips and exposed me to all sorts of lights, yet there’s no improvement. It’s costing hundreds of dollars a day?Doctor's answer:
Still considering the possibility of fungal balanitis, which is difficult to treat. The treatment is mainly antifungal, such as clotrimazole, plus some topical medications. The key is to pay attention to prevention and use antibiotics as little as possible. Balanitis can be cured, but the treatment period is usually long, and it is prone to recurrence after treatment. Therefore, during treatment, it is essential to actively cooperate with the doctor's treatment, use medication appropriately, and the patient should also have a light diet.