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What's the matter with the itchy glans penis?

Asked by:Norma

Asked on:Mar 25, 2026 07:32 AM

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  • Rosemary Rosemary

    Mar 25, 2026

    The smelly and itchy glans may be caused by balanitis or glans eczema. It does not rule out that it is caused by external damage. Combination of treatments is required according to different causes of the problem in order to improve the condition.

    1. Balanitis

    If the glans area is not cleaned and hygienic at ordinary times, it may lead to serious accumulation of dirt on the glans area. After being decomposed by bacteria, it is easy to induce the glans, causing local swelling and pain, and may cause swelling of the urethral opening. In severe cases, it may cause frequent urination and stinging when urinating. It can be treated with oral medications such as cefixime dispersible tablets and amoxicillin capsules under the guidance of a doctor.

    2. Glans eczema

    Eczema of the glans is mainly caused by exposure to allergens. It may be caused by eating exotic foods, or it may be caused by the clothing irritating the surrounding skin. It will cause red moles and papules to appear on the glans, accompanied by severe itching. There may also be a smell. It can be treated by taking cetirizine hydrochloride tablets orally under the guidance of a doctor.

    3. External force damage

    If the glans area is damaged by external force and is not disinfected in time, it may be infected by bacteria, may emit an unpleasant smell, and may even cause local purulent secretions to ooze out. It can be treated with oral dispersible tablets of cefixime.

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