Can the glans be washed with shower gel?

The glans can usually be washed with shower gel, but be careful to use a mild shower gel and be careful not to allow the shower gel to enter the glans.

Using a mild shower gel when bathing can clean the skin and keep the smell of the body fresh. The skin of the glans is relatively sensitive. If you use irritating shower gel, it may cause damage to the skin of the glans. However, using shower gel to clean the glans avoids entering the urethral opening inside the glans, which may cause bacterial infection.

Bathing frequently to clean the glans area can reduce the chance of balanitis. Wear loose, cotton underwear at ordinary times to avoid friction on the glans area.