Patient's question:
20 days ago, I had an incident where there were small cracks in some parts of the foreskin, and it was a bit painful. A few days later, it healed. When it was almost healed, I went to the hospital, and the doctor said it was due to excessive foreskin and nothing else. Today, the symptoms from the last time have reappeared. I want to ask if surgery is absolutely necessary.Doctor's answer:
Hello, it can also manifest as local edema of the glans mucosa, mild scaling at the edges, and may develop papules and pustules that expand outward to form glans erosion. Recurrent candidal balanitis can cause local dryness, fibrosis, and other changes. Generally, patients experience significant itching, and when the urethra is involved, symptoms such as frequent urination and urgency may appear. I believe everyone knows that phimosis and paraphimosis cause significant harm to patients, so it is important to seek treatment as soon as possible. In daily life, attention should be paid to dietary issues—opt for a light diet and avoid irritating foods. Additionally, regular follow-up visits may be necessary when needed.