What is the peeling of the coronal sulcus of the glans penis?

Patient's question:

Detailed medical condition and consultation purpose: Coronal desquamation, painless, itchy
Medical history: Occurred once two years ago and resolved without medication

Doctor's answer:

Hello!
General peeling of the glans is usually caused by excessive foreskin, where the inner foreskin's secretions cannot be cleaned promptly, allowing pathogens to grow and multiply, leading to local inflammation. Symptoms include: redness, blisters, red spots, discharge, smegma, itching, and a bad odor.
Solutions:
- If the condition is mild, you can clean it regularly with plain water.
- If it is severe, you should go to the hospital for examination and treatment.
- If it recurs frequently, it is best to undergo a circumcision, which can prevent the occurrence of balanitis.
It is also possible to consider other infection possibilities. For example, genital herpes can also cause peeling of the glans. It is recommended to go to the hospital for relevant tests and diagnosis.