Patient's question:
I had balanitis a while ago, and in the past few weeks, I noticed many small red spots on my glans again. I used Pramasone and Roxithromycin. Now the small red spots on my glans have disappeared, but it's still quite red. What should I do? Should I continue taking the medication? How should balanitis be treated?Doctor's answer:
Your friend's condition is likely caused by balanitis, which is often triggered by friction from underwear, mental trauma, or local irritation from soaps and cleaning agents. It manifests as swelling, redness, discharge, and erosion. Secondary infection may lead to purulent discharge, easily forming ulcers, accompanied by pain. A 3% boric acid solution or a 0.05% emodin solution can be used for wet compresses. In fact, having balanitis is not at all; patients should believe in their ability to overcome the illness. As long as it is treated promptly in the early stages, the chances of controlling the condition and recovery are very high.