Patient's question:
A small bump has appeared near the foreskin of the, without itching. Sometimes the bump becomes sore, but this has only happened once. During an erection, the bump appears white with peeling. What is this?? How can it be treated??Doctor's answer:
It could be balanitis, often caused by excessive foreskin, smegma, and the accumulation of dirt in the foreskin due to poor hygiene, leading to bacterial infection. In the affected area, the foreskin should be retracted and soaked in a 1:5000 potassium permanganate solution for cleaning, then apply an antibiotic ointment. Appropriate use of antibiotics is usually sufficient for healing within a few days. If the condition is more severe, effective treatment should be carried out under the guidance of a doctor.