Patient's question:
I feel a bit uncomfortable in the glans area, but I didn't take it to heart. Recently, for about half a month, I've been feeling a kind of heaviness or dull pain, and small red spots have also appeared. I went to the hospital for a thorough examination, and the doctor said it was balanitis.Doctor's answer:
I. Medication TreatmentIf the inflammation is no longer at its initial stage, it is best to administer intravenous treatment along with oral or topical medications. This can prevent the inflammation from worsening further, leading to erosion or suppuration. To effectively prevent the occurrence of balanoposthitis, even after the condition is treated, it is essential to continue medication to consolidate the treatment. The medication must be administered for an adequate duration and in sufficient dosage, otherwise, "all previous efforts will be wasted."
II. Surgical Treatment
The causes of septicemia in balanoposthitis are numerous. Among the treatment methods, surgical treatment is most suitable for patients who develop balanoposthitis due to excessive foreskin. After the inflammation is completely resolved, patients with balanoposthitis can choose to undergo circumcision. While administering oral or topical medications, intravenous treatment can also be implemented. This can prevent the inflammation from worsening further, leading to erosion or suppuration. By addressing the root cause through surgery, the problem can be fundamentally resolved.