Patient's question:
I see the glans is white, and the grooves are purple. The white seems to be coming from the skin. What should I do? I don't want to go to the hospital right away. What can I do at home?Doctor's answer:
This condition may be caused by balanitis triggered by long-term bacterial colonization affecting the foreskin, or by bacterial infection resulting from poor personal hygiene and contact with many unclean items. It is recommended that you seek medical attention promptly for a thorough examination and treatment, and to abstain from sexual activity as soon as possible. Pay attention to personal hygiene, soak and clean the affected area with a 1:5000 potassium permanganate solution, then apply an antibiotic ointment and use antibiotics appropriately, which should heal within a few days. If the condition is more severe, effective treatment should be implemented under the guidance of a doctor.