Patient's question:
I was in a public restroom when I overheard a guy on the phone telling his wife that he had balanitis and that he hadn't cheated. I had also seen some advertisements about this in other magazines before, saying that balanitis is different from sexually transmitted diseases, but I had never really understood what balanitis was.Doctor's answer:
Hello, is often caused by underwear friction, trauma, or local irritation from soap, detergent, leading to symptoms such as edema, redness, and red spots on the penis. Secondary infections may result in purulent discharge, making ulcers easier to form. There may be a feeling of pain, and sometimes small red spots and pain on the glans may also appear. Sometimes, small red spots on the glans may lead to secondary glans itching.When suffering from glansitis, topical anti-inflammatory drugs should be used while also taking antibiotics. It is particularly important to maintain hygiene. If there is a foreskin, it should be removed to prevent recurrence.