Patient's question:
The day before yesterday, after sexual intercourse, the edge of the glans was red, swollen, and itchy. This has happened multiple times before. The likelihood of it occurring increases with repeated episodes. It's also more common during intercourse when feeling particularly fatigued. In severe cases, the foreskin may appear somewhat translucent and shiny.Doctor's answer:
In your case, it may be balanitis, which refers to the inflammation of the glans mucosa. This condition can be caused by various pathogens, local irritation, and other factors. Balanoposthitis refers to the inflammation of the inner foreskin and the glans penis. In traditional Chinese medicine, it is associated with damp-heat accumulation in the lower jiao and liver channel damp-heat. It can be treated with Longdan Xiegan Decoction or by using a decoction of bitter melon for fumigation and washing.