Patient's question:
Today afternoon, I felt JJ a bit itchy, so just now while taking a shower, I checked and found that the foreskin was red, swollen, and itchy, with a red ring around the head of the penis and the urethral opening. What could be the reason for this?In advance, I had sexual contact ten months ago and haven’t had any sexual relations for the past ten months. How long can it take to heal without medication or going to the hospital?
Doctor's answer:
Based on your description, it is preliminarily considered that the condition may be caused by balanoposthitis. There are many pathogens that can cause balanoposthitis, such as fungal infections, mold infections, bacterial infections, etc. Therefore, for your condition, it is recommended that you do not treat it yourself and seek medical attention as soon as possible. Through laboratory tests, the specific cause can be identified, and then sensitive medication can be used. Daily life requires paying close attention to local hygiene and frequent cleaning.