How to cure balanitis

Balanitis can be treated by keeping the area clean, topical drugs, oral drugs, physical therapy, surgical treatment, etc. Balanitis is usually caused by bacterial infection, fungal infection, allergic reaction, excessive foreskin, poor hygiene and other reasons.

1. Keep the area clean

Wash the foreskin and glans with warm water every day and avoid using irritating lotions. Keeping it dry after cleaning can reduce the growth of bacteria. People with excessive foreskin need to turn over the foreskin and clean it thoroughly to avoid accumulation of dirt. Choose breathable cotton underwear to avoid local moisture and heat.

2. External use drugs

For bacterial infections, topical mupirocin ointment or fusidic acid cream can be used. Fungal infections require the use of clotrimazole cream or miconazole nitrate cream. For allergic inflammation, hydrocortisone ointment can be applied for a short period of time. Clean the affected area before use, apply a thin layer evenly, 2-3 times a day.

3. Oral medications

Severe bacterial infections require oral administration of cefaclor dispersible tablets or amoxicillin-clavulanate potassium tablets. For fungal infections, fluconazole capsules or itraconazole capsules can be taken. When allergic symptoms are obvious, take loratadine tablets. The entire course of medication needs to be completed to avoid the development of drug resistance.

4. Physical therapy

Those with recurring attacks or accompanied by edema can undergo red light physiotherapy to promote local blood circulation. The combined ulcer surface can be sterilized by local ultraviolet irradiation. Avoid sexual intercourse during treatment to prevent cross-infection. Physical therapy needs to be performed in a professional medical facility.

5. Surgical treatment

Patients with excessive foreskin or phimosis are recommended to undergo circumcision to eliminate the breeding environment for pathogens. Postoperative dressings need to be changed regularly and iodophor is used to disinfect the wound. People with scarring constitution need to choose surgery carefully, and they may need to cooperate with anti-scar medication after surgery.

During treatment, you should avoid spicy food, tobacco, alcohol, seafood and other irritating substances. Change underwear every day and wash it with boiling water and expose it to the sun for sterilization. Partners need to be checked and treated simultaneously to prevent repeated infections. After recovery, you still need to maintain good hygiene habits and clean smegma regularly. If the symptoms persist or occur, such as suppuration or fever, the patient should be followed up for a follow-up visit to adjust the treatment plan.