Patient's question:
Patient Gender: I had a bit of candidiasis balanitis a few days ago and used some Daktarin! I don't know what happened, but now there are dry cracks outside my foreskin, similar to dry cracks on hands or feet! There are bleeding sores! I want to know why this is happening and what I should do?Doctor's answer:
Hello; Based on your condition, the first step is to confirm the diagnosis, then determine the treatment method. For now, you should consider discontinuing Daktar ointment.Candidal balanitis is characterized by redness in the glans area, with small pustules or papules on the surface. It can also manifest as localized edema of the glans mucosa, mild scaling at the edges, and the expansion of papules and pustules towards the surrounding area, forming balanitis erosion. Recurrent candidal balanitis can lead to local dryness, fibrosis, and other changes. The treatment for this condition typically involves topical antifungal creams, and in severe cases, oral antifungal medications may also be used.