Patient's question:
I recently noticed white cheesy patches in my foreskin and on the coronal sulcus of my glans, as well as pinhead-sized pale red papules on the glans. I went to the hospital for a thorough examination, and the doctor said I have balanoposthitis. What kind of help do you need: What causes balanoposthitis?Doctor's answer:
Balanoposthitis can be caused by unclean sexual activity and phimosis. It can be transmitted by Staphylococcus, Streptococcus, Escherichia coli, Candida albicans, Trichomonas, Chlamydia, Mycoplasma, fungi, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, or other bacteria. Alternatively, due to phimosis and insufficient hygiene, smegma (the buildup of unclean substances between the foreskin and the glans) may accumulate, irritating the local foreskin and mucosa and causing recurrent inflammation. It is recommended to consult a urologist for a definitive diagnosis to facilitate timely and appropriate treatment.