Patient's question:
I recently noticed some redness and swelling on my glans, and the skin there is particularly itchy. I want to know what this could be and what condition it might be.Doctor's answer:
According to your description, it is likely that you may have balanitis. This is often due to poor personal hygiene or phimosis, where the inner foreskin secretions cannot be cleaned promptly and thoroughly, allowing pathogens to grow and adapt in this area, leading to local inflammation. You can use potassium permanganate solution for cleaning and take oral anti-inflammatory medication. Pay attention to personal hygiene, change underwear and pants frequently, and avoid spicy foods that may affect the condition.Balanitis with redness and swelling is a condition that is not easy to recover from. Friends with the condition should maintain a positive attitude and face it with optimism. Only by doing so can they boost their confidence in fighting balanitis and believe that recovery is definitely possible.