Cindy Balanitis mainly manifests as local redness, swelling, itching, pain and other symptoms.
Early stage balanitis usually presents with redness and slight swelling of the foreskin and glans, accompanied by burning sensation or itching. The secretion may increase but be relatively thin. As the inflammation develops, the area of redness and swelling expands, and the pain worsens, especially when urinating. There may be an obvious stinging sensation during urination, and white or yellow purulent secretions may accumulate in the foreskin cavity. In severe cases, erosion and ulcer formation on the glans surface may be seen, and the foreskin opening may even become narrow and unable to be turned upward due to foreskin edema. Some patients may be accompanied by systemic symptoms such as inguinal lymphadenopathy and low-grade fever. Balanitis may be caused by bacterial infection, fungal infection, local irritation or allergic reaction. It should be noted that the discharge characteristics of different types of inflammation are different.
You should keep your perineum clean and dry every day, choose breathable cotton underwear, and avoid using irritating lotions. If you have suspected symptoms, you should seek medical examination in time and use symptomatic ointments as directed by the doctor. It is not advisable to rinse with salt water or folk remedies on your own. People with underlying diseases such as diabetes need to control their blood sugar levels at the same time. For recurring chronic inflammation, it is recommended to identify the cause and carry out standardized treatment.
