Patient's question:
How to treat balanitis? About half a month ago, I went to a prostitute, and these days my glans has been sore and red. The day before yesterday, the doctor at the hospital said it was balanitis and prescribed medication. After taking the medicine, the glans stopped being red, but there is still a slight discomfort. But these last two days, the headache and fever-like symptoms have returned, and my temperature is normal. How should I treat balanitis?Doctor's answer:
Clinical diagnosis primarily manifests as moist, red, swollen, and painful glans and foreskin, with symptoms worsening after friction, accompanied by symptoms such as urgency and dysuria. If not treated in a timely manner, the glans and foreskin may repeatedly develop erosion and ulcers, accompanied by creamy, foul-smelling purulent discharge. In severe cases, gangrene may recur, and it may also lead to prostatitis and infertility. If you notice any problems, seek medical attention promptly. After identifying the cause, targeted treatment should be administered to avoid delaying the condition. During treatment, local hygiene should be maintained. If the foreskin is overgrown, it should be cleaned frequently. Sexual activity should be avoided during the illness. You can seek diagnosis and treatment from a specialized doctor in a professional hospital or at a local top-tier hospital. Pay attention to choosing a treatment method suitable for you.