Patient's question:
Symptom Description: Why does the foreskin often get inflamed?History of Treatment and Effect: Why does the foreskin often get inflamed?
Expected Help: Why does the foreskin often get inflamed?
Doctor's answer:
Urologist's Answer: The common causes of balanitis are as follows:1. Neglecting hygiene of the external genitalia. The sebaceous glands of the foreskin in young men often secrete excessively. If the external genitalia are not cleaned frequently, or if cleaning does not involve retracting the foreskin, the secretions of the sebaceous glands will accumulate under the foreskin, forming a curd-like substance known as smegma. Smegma is an excellent breeding ground for bacteria, and failure to remove it promptly can easily lead to balanitis.
2. Having phimosis or excessive foreskin. In cases of phimosis, the glans penis is always covered by the foreskin and must be manually retracted to be exposed. For those with phimosis, even with manual assistance, the foreskin cannot be retracted to reveal the glans. In such situations, smegma is more likely to accumulate in the foreskin and is difficult to remove. Therefore, it is not surprising that individuals with phimosis or excessive foreskin frequently experience balanitis. If phimosis or excessive foreskin is present, it is advisable to undergo a circumcision procedure at a hospital at an appropriate time. The surgery is simple, does not require hospitalization, and typically heals within about a week.
3. Injury caused by masturbation. Young men often have a high libido and engage in masturbation. Sometimes, overly forceful masturbation movements can cause