Patient's question:
I have developed balanitis and have been using medication to treat it recently. I want to get better quickly. How long does balanitis usually take to heal?Doctor's answer:
First, it is important to diagnose which pathogen caused the balanitis. If it is caused by a fungal infection, it is recommended to take fluconazole orally and apply miconazole nitrate cream or ketoconazole cream to the glans for treatment. If it is caused by a bacterial infection, you can take levofloxacin orally and apply erythromycin cream to the glans for treatment. If you have phimosis, it is best to have the foreskin surgically removed. Pay attention to hygiene, avoid spicy and irritating foods, and refrain from smoking and drinking alcohol. Do not engage in unsafe sexual practices.