Why do men exhibit symptoms of balanitis? The causes of balanitis are likely related to factors such as phimosis, and if balanitis is not treated promptly, it can lead to other complications. Here, we will discuss how to effectively prevent balanitis and outline the causes that lead to its occurrence.
Prevention methods for balanitis
Pay attention to local hygiene, wash the glans and foreskin daily. If phimosis is present, treatment should be sought promptly, and circumcision may be necessary. Regular cleaning of smegma is very important.
If one partner has a genital disease, sexual activity should be suspended, and timely treatment is necessary. For infections like trichomoniasis or candidiasis, both partners should be treated simultaneously.
Avoid unclean **, maintain personal integrity.
To prevent mutual infections between sexual partners, always use condoms during sexual intercourse.
If ulcers or erosions develop, medication should be changed promptly, and dressings should be changed twice a day to avoid unpleasant irritation.
Limit the intake of spicy and irritating foods, such as chili peppers; avoid smoking and alcohol.
So, what are the causes that lead to the occurrence of balanitis?
Common causes of balanitis
Phimosis. If a man has phimosis, it is easy for smegma to accumulate, making it difficult to clean and more likely to cause inflammation. Therefore, men with phimosis are advised to consider circumcision.
Infection of the external genitalia. The sebaceous glands in the male foreskin are highly active, and if regular cleaning is neglected, secretions can accumulate under the foreskin, leading to the formation of smegma. Smegma serves as an excellent medium for bacterial growth, and if not removed promptly and thoroughly, it can easily trigger bacterial infections.
**. Young men** are often **. If the ** actions are rough, it can cause damage to the foreskin. Due to heightened excitement during **, the damage may be minimal and not easily noticeable. However, any damage to the foreskin is susceptible to bacterial contamination, which can induce balanitis.
Medication irritation. Many men use health products or medications while cleaning their genitals, but some of these medications can cause balanitis. Therefore, it is best to avoid using these products regularly, as they can easily irritate the foreskin and contribute to the development of balanitis.
Unclean **. Unclean ** can also be a major cause of balanitis, as unclean ** can lead to bacterial infections of the foreskin due to the female partner’s condition, which can cause inflammation of the foreskin. Therefore, it is crucial to avoid unclean ** at all times.
** inflammation. ** inflammation is also a type of inflammation. If ** inflammation occurs and is not treated in a timely manner, it can easily lead to balanitis. The inflammatory factors contained within ** inflammation can directly infect the foreskin, resulting in bacterial infection and subsequently causing balanitis.
Jiuzhou Hospital in Qujing kindly reminds: Men should stay away from the above factors to reduce the likelihood of developing balanitis.
