Patient's question:
Hello, I have a foreskin. After retracting it every day, the head of my penis is always moist. Is this a problem?Doctor's answer:
Hello, in your case, consider balanoposthitis. Balanitis is inflammation of the foreskin and mucosa, while posthitis is inflammation of the. These two types of inflammation often occur simultaneously, so they are collectively referred to as balanoposthitis. People with excessive or tight foreskin are prone to this condition. If the foreskin is excessive and not cleaned frequently, dirty substances between the foreskin and, known as smegma, will accumulate, stimulating the local foreskin and mucosa and causing inflammation. Additionally, various local physical stimuli and infections can also cause this condition.