Patient's question:
In the morning, I noticed some small red spots appearing on my glans again, and there was also a slight pain when touched. I went to the hospital for a thorough examination, and the doctor said I had balanitis. He also asked me to get a discharge test done, saying that only after seeing the test results could he accurately diagnose my condition.Doctor's answer:
Balanoposthitis, based on pathology and pathogens, can be classified into many types, but in clinical diagnosis, balanoposthitis is primarily classified according to different pathogens. The common pathogens and their associated characteristics of balanoposthitis are described as follows:1. Fungal balanitis. Fungal balanoposthitis is often caused by unclean sexual contact with industrially contaminated sources, hence it is included among sexually transmitted diseases.
2. Candidal balanitis. Caused by Candida (a type of fungus), it can be primary or secondary. Fungal microscopy and culture of secretions can confirm the presence of Candida.
3. Mold balanitis. Mold balanitis is more common in young adults aged 20–50. It is highly likely to be transmitted to close relatives after sexual activity, leading to mold balanitis.