How to treat balanoposthitis

Balanoposthitis can be treated through daily care, topical drugs, oral drugs, physical therapy, surgical treatment, etc. Balanoposthitis may be related to factors such as infection, allergies, poor hygiene, etc. It usually presents with symptoms such as redness, swelling, pain, and itching.

1. Daily care

Patients need to keep the area clean and dry, wash the foreskin and glans with warm water every day, and avoid using irritating soap or shower gel. Wipe dry after washing, avoid wearing tight underwear, and choose cotton underwear with good breathability. Sexual intercourse is prohibited until symptoms completely subside to prevent cross-infection or aggravation of inflammation. Eat a light diet and avoid spicy and irritating foods.

2. External use drugs

For balanoposthitis caused by fungal infection, antifungal drugs such as miconazole nitrate cream and clotrimazole cream can be used as directed by your doctor. For bacterial infections, antibiotic ointments such as erythromycin ointment and mupirocin ointment can be used. Atopic dermatitis requires the use of weak corticosteroids such as hydrocortisone cream, but they should not be used for a long time. Clean the affected area before use, apply a thin layer evenly, 1-2 times a day.

3. Oral medications

When the infection is severe, fluconazole capsules can be taken orally to treat fungal infections and cefaclor capsules to treat bacterial infections as directed by your doctor. Those with obvious allergic symptoms can take oral loratadine tablets to treat allergies. If accompanied by systemic symptoms such as fever, oral ibuprofen sustained-release capsules should be taken to reduce fever and analgesia. Oral medications must be used strictly according to the doctor's instructions, and you are not allowed to increase or decrease the dosage or stop the medication on your own.

4. Physical therapy

Some patients with chronic balanoposthitis can use microwave therapy, infrared irradiation and other physical therapies to promote local blood circulation and inflammation absorption. During treatment, attention should be paid to controlling the temperature and exposure time to avoid burns. Physiotherapy is usually used as an adjunct to drug therapy and needs to be performed by a physician in a professional medical institution.

5. Surgical treatment

For patients with recurrent balanitis or phimosis or foreskin, circumcision may be considered. Circumcision can completely solve the problem of local cleansing and reduce the probability of recurrence of inflammation. Surgical methods include traditional circumcision and stapled circumcision. Postoperative dressing changes and care are required according to the doctor's instructions.

During treatment, patients should maintain good personal hygiene habits, change underwear every day and wash and disinfect with boiling water. Avoid scratching the affected area to prevent secondary infection. Eat more fresh fruits and vegetables rich in vitamin C to enhance your immunity. After the symptoms completely subside, the medication still needs to be continued for a period of time to consolidate the effect. If symptoms persist or worsen after treatment, you should seek medical review promptly and adjust the treatment plan if necessary. Patients with a history of recurrence still need to clean smegma regularly after recovery to prevent recurrence of inflammation.