Patient's question:
Today I went to bed, and it itched below. I turned over to look, and the foreskin was red. There were two areas that were the most red. It seems like it's inflamed. It's just a bit itchy. It doesn't hurt if I don't touch it. The pain isn't very severe, like the foreskin is inflamed. What should I do?Doctor's answer:
In this case, there is balanitis. Treatment suggestions include applying potassium permanganate solution externally and taking levofloxacin and azithromycin orally. Avoid spicy and irritating foods, quit smoking and alcohol. If there is excessive foreskin, it is necessary to have circumcision as soon as possible. Wash the external genitalia daily, and pay attention to washing before and after sexual activity. Male patients can understand the principle of treating symptoms while using dietary therapy as a supplementary treatment. In daily diet, avoid excessive hunger or fullness, and never overeat.