Patient's question:
Hello everyone, during this period, my glans penis has been experiencing occasional pain and redness, and I still feel very uneasy. So, I went to the hospital for a thorough examination and found that I have candidal balanitis. I have been treating it for a week, but it hasn't healed yet. Now I am very worried. How many days does it take to treat candidal balanitis?Doctor's answer:
Candidal balanitis usually shows symptom relief within 3 to 5 days of medication, with symptoms disappearing around a week. A two-week period is considered a complete course of treatment. Candida infection can be treated effectively by combining topical medications with oral medications. Due to its transmission through sexual activity, sexual intercourse must be strictly prohibited during treatment, and spicy or irritating foods should be avoided. It is recommended to wear cotton underwear that allows for breathability and to pay attention to the cleanliness of the external genitalia.