Patient's question:
I am a freshman, and I have a difficult question to ask. Recently, due to excessive sexual activity, my glans has become inflamed. I feel embarrassed to go to the hospital, and it is said that ointment can be applied for treatment. I would like to know if the ointment can be used to treat balanitis?Doctor's answer:
This is primarily an antibiotic used for localized treatment of bacterial infections. If the inflammation of the foreskin and glans is caused by a bacterial infection, it can be treated with ointment. However, if it is caused by other pathogens, such as fungal infections like candidiasis, using ointment is ineffective. Therefore, for treatment, it is recommended to go to a hospital and receive medication under the guidance of a professional physician.