Patient's question:
Three months ago, I developed balanitis. Twenty days ago, I had my foreskin removed. At the time, the doctor didn't prescribe any medication, saying that the redness would disappear after the surgery. Now, it has been 20 days, and there is still some redness on my glans. The doctor examined it and said it was normal, without any tests. Is it completely healed now? How can balanitis be treated to be completely cured?Doctor's answer:
The treatment of balanitis primarily focuses on identifying the underlying cause and the pathogenic bacteria of the infection to determine the appropriate treatment plan. Balanoposthitis can be caused by sexual activity or excessive foreskin. Infections with Staphylococcus, Streptococcus, Escherichia coli, Candida albicans, Trichomonas, Chlamydia, Mycoplasma, fungi, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, or other bacteria can all lead to it. Alternatively, if the foreskin is too long and not cleaned properly, dirty substances between the foreskin and the glans, known as smegma, can accumulate and irritate the local foreskin and mucous membranes, causing inflammation. It is recommended to consult an infectious disease specialist for a definitive diagnosis to enable timely and targeted treatment.