Patient's question:
Expert, I recently noticed that my foreskin is red and itchy, which is very uncomfortable. For this, I even took two days off work. I've also been very careful about hygiene, so how could this happen? What should I do?Doctor's answer:
Is the foreskin long? Your condition may be balanitis, as those with excessive foreskin are more prone to causing it. It is recommended to seek medical attention promptly for a thorough examination and diagnosis. Once the cause is identified, symptomatic treatment should be administered to prevent recurrent urinary tract infections and reverse transmission. For patients, if the glans is red and swollen and the condition is severe, immediate symptomatic treatment and appropriate medication are necessary. Otherwise, it may lead to recurrent redness and swelling of the glans. Additionally, patients should maintain a positive mood to avoid worsening the condition. I hope the answers to these questions can help everyone. Thank you.