Patient's question:
I went to the hospital this morning for a thorough examination and was diagnosed with balanitis. Recently, I've noticed redness and swelling in my glans, and sometimes the itching symptoms reappear. I'm currently undergoing medication treatment. The doctor said I cannot have sexual intercourse now. I want to know how long I need to avoid sexual intercourse with balanitis?Doctor's answer:
If you suffer from balanitis, it is easy to experience redness, swelling, and pain again, along with excessive discharge. Balanitis requires determining whether it is caused by a bacterial infection or a fungal infection. Different causes lead to different symptoms and different treatment methods. If it is a fungal infection, you should decide to take antifungal medication for treatment. If you have sexual activity, both partners should be treated simultaneously for better results.