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Balanitis
Balanitis (Overview)
A condition in which the foreskin and head of the penis are inflamed.
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Is balanitis contagious?
Here are some ...: Balanitis is just a term saying there is inflammation on glans penis and would not be necessarily contagious. However, if the inflammation is related with yeast or herpes infection, it would be. So, see Urologist for clarifying the concern individually. Best wish ... ...Read more
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Balanitis (Overview)
A condition in which the foreskin and head of the penis are inflamed.
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What are phimosis, paraphimosis?
Can be an emergency: Phimosis refers to narrowing of the foreskin so that it cannot be retracted over the glans penis (head). Paraphimosis is the state in which a narrowed prepuce, foreskin, is forcibly retracted over the glans and now cannot be un-retracted. If the prepuce opening is too small, it may block the blood supply to the glans, necessitating emergent surgical correction. Phimosis - needs circumcision. ...Read more
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Describe the features of balanitis.?
Inflammed glans: Only occurs in the uncircumcised under an inflammed foreskin. Combined inlammation of glans & foreskin is known as balanoposthitis. Foreskin usually cannot be retracted and becomes swollen and tender. Immediate treatment usually oral antibiotics plus topical antibiotic salve such as neosporin or bacitracin. See your Dr., circumcision may be adviseable. ...Read more
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What is balanitis, a male yeast infection?
No: Balanitis is inflammation/infection of the foreskin and top of the penis. Candida is not necessarily the cause. ...Read more
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What causes balanitis?
BALANITIS: Yeast or bacteria often sparked by high blood and urine sugar levels. ...Read more
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What symptoms does someone with balanitis have?
Glans penis inflamed: Symptoms are diverse and depends on the source of inflammation.First signs – small red erosions on the glans, redness of the foreskin, redness of the penis. Other symptoms includes a foul smelling discharge and painful foreskin and penis. See your doctor since the cause can either be infectious or non-infectious- which will require several tests to figure out. ...Read more
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What is balanitis?
Penile inflammation: Balanitis is inflammation & swelling of the glans (tip) of the penis. If foreskin is involved, it's balanoposthitis. ...Read more
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What are the most common symptoms of balanitis?
Discomfort: Balanitis causes local penile symptoms such as penile irritation, discomfort, burning, and even pain over time if left untreated. ...Read more
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Is penis dermatitis an std.
Not usually: needs to be seen but most STD's are actual lesions not dry skin, ulcers, or discharge from the opening. I would see urologist or dermatologist for answers. ...Read more
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Painful glans penis & forskin. Red rash. Treated for balanitis with no change. Been tested for STD all clear. Forskin can be retracted. Circumcision?
Please see: Please see your dermatologist for evaluation and to discuss treatment options. You might need a biopsy. ...Read more
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Does lotrimin (clotrimazole) cure penile fungus?
It may, but: How do you know you have a fungal infection. If any doubts, check w/your doctor. Also your sexual partner needs to be evaluated as well and treated simultaneously if indicated. ...Read more
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Could erythromycin cure phimosis?
No its an antibiotic: Erythromycin is an effective antiobiotic for certain Gram +ve infections eg Staphlococcus or Streptococcus. It will do nothing to correct phimosis other treat an infected foreskin which causes swelling & temporary phimosis. Treatments for phimosis are prescription strength steroid cream applications or surgery. Circumcision or prepucioplasty. Latter is foreskin preserving. ...Read more
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How do you diagnose balanitis xerotica obliterans?
Based on ...: Usually, a detailed hx and inspection on the penis should give a reasonable confirmative diagnosis for balanitis xerotica obliterans (bxo). See urologist timely for detail. ...Read more
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Phimosis and paraphimosis difference?
Yes: Phimosis refers to the small size opening of the foreskin. Paraphimosis occurs when the foreskin is retracted and stuck in that position because of a phimosis. Paraphimosis is an urgent problem and requires reduction by an experienced physician. The longer paraphimosis is allowed to persist, the more painful and swollen the foreskin will get and the more difficult it becomes to treat it. ...Read more
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How sensitive is foreskin or uncircumcised penis?
Very: That's why sexual activity and stimulation of the penis is considered pleasurable. ...Read more
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I have had a balanitis caused by candida this summer, and it seems it comes back all the time, i have had all test done, my only problem was a candida?
Could be not fungal: balanitis could be caused by skin irritation like eczema and best treated by steroid cream or it could be bacterial and best treated with antibiotic or it could be fungal best treated with anti fungal medication oral or topical or both if resistant either they treated the problem with the wrong medicine or you might keep getting back from your partner women could have it without symptom treat both ...Read more
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Treatment for recurrent vaginitis and balanitis?
Depends on organism: If you have recurrent vaginitis with candida and your partner has recurrent balanitis with same organism, one of you might have diabetes. Have it checked out by a doctor. ...Read more
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What is non-gonococcal urethritis {ngu}?
Urethral irritation: Usually, an infection of the urethra. Often refers to chlamydia. ...Read more
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Sore glans penis. Not std/balanitis been tested treated for both. Worse after masturbation/sex. Had blood tests. Seen dermatologist/urology. Had 2 uti?
Here's an idea: You can actually get this if you eat a lot of those little hot peppers. Could this be you? ...Read more
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Due circumcised menget lichen sclerosis on penis?
Circumcision: Data regarding the incidence of lichen sclerosus et atrophicus on male genitalia has not been fully researched, however, it appears that men who are circumcised have a much lower risk of developing or suffering from lichen sclerosus. The use of later adult circumcision as a treatment is controversial with some studies suggesting that it is not necessarily helpful. ...Read more