Patient's question:
I have had peeling on the glans for over two years and have tried various medications without any improvement. At first, the glans had a foul odor and white discharge, but later the surface of the glans began to ulcerate, and the odor disappeared. When erect, if the surface of the glans is rubbed, it is covered with a powdery substance that is white in color. When flaccid, the skin on the surface of the glans becomes wrinkled, and the glans appears significantly smaller. There are no symptoms at ordinary times, but after exercise or drinking alcohol, the glans experiences pain!!! When I went to the hospital for a check-up, the doctors said everything was fine. I want to ask the doctors, can the glans be tested? What kind of bacteria could be present in the test!!!! Also, is this the penis?Doctor's answer:
Hello, the occurrence of balanitis (inflammation of the glans penis) is often caused by factors such as unclean sexual contact, cross-infection, poor personal hygiene, irregular lifestyle, and a decline in the body's immunity and resistance. This leads to the glans being invaded by viruses and bacteria, resulting in congestion, edema, ulcers, and inflammation, which in turn cause symptoms such as peeling and pain. It is recommended to apply povidone-iodine locally, rinse with hydrogen peroxide, apply erythromycin ointment externally, and take oral medications such as nystatin, Sanjin tablets, and norfloxacin for treatment. If the condition does not improve, it is advisable to visit a formal hospital's urology department for testing of glans secretions to confirm the diagnosis and then receive symptomatic treatment.