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Stinging sensation on the glans penis may be related to factors such as balanitis, urinary tract infection, allergic reaction, trauma, or sexually transmitted diseases. It is recommended to seek medical treatment promptly for a clear diagnosis to avoid delaying the condition by self-medication.

1. Balanitis

Balanitis is usually caused by a bacterial or fungal infection and manifests as redness, swelling, burning, and white discharge from the glans. It may be related to excessive foreskin and poor local hygiene. You can use topical medications such as erythromycin ointment, clotrimazole cream or compound ketoconazole ointment as directed by your doctor. It is necessary to keep the perineum clean and dry every day and avoid using irritating lotions.

2. Urinary tract infection

Urinary tract infections may be accompanied by symptoms such as burning when urinating, frequent urination and urgency. When pathogenic bacteria ascend to the urethral opening, they can cause tingling on the glans. Routine urine examination is required to confirm the diagnosis, and antibiotics such as levofloxacin hydrochloride capsules, cefixime dispersible tablets, or fosfomycin tromethamine powder can be taken as directed by the doctor. During treatment, you should drink more water to promote urination.

3. Allergic reaction

Contact with allergenic substances such as condoms, detergents, or clothing fibers may cause contact dermatitis, which manifests as itching, stinging, and rash on the glans penis. Stop using the suspected allergen immediately, rinse with water and apply hydrocortisone butyrate cream as directed by your doctor. It is recommended to choose fragrance-free cotton underwear and neutral shower gel for daily use.

4. Physical damage

Friction during sexual intercourse, friction with clothing, or improper cleaning may cause micro-tears in the glans mucosa. It manifests as local stinging and slight bleeding. You can rinse with normal saline and apply mupirocin ointment externally to prevent infection. Sex and strenuous exercise should be avoided during recovery.

5. Sexually transmitted diseases

Diseases such as gonorrhea or genital herpes may cause burning, ulcers, or abnormal discharge on the glans penis. The diagnosis needs to be confirmed through secretion testing. Gonorrhea can be injected with ceftriaxone sodium as directed by the doctor. Herpes requires oral acyclovir tablets. Sexual contact is prohibited during the illness, and partners need to be examined and treated simultaneously.

You should wear loose and breathable cotton underwear every day to avoid prolonged sitting and local stuffiness. When cleaning, rinse gently with warm water and do not rub hard. The diet should be light and limit the intake of spicy foods. If symptoms persist for more than 3 days or if suppuration, fever, etc. occur, you must immediately seek treatment at a urology department or dermatology department. During the treatment period, alcohol and sexual intercourse are prohibited, and the entire course of medication must be completed as directed by the doctor to prevent recurrence.