Preputium skin inflammation/ Balanitis

 27 Desember 2021   

Balanitis

Balanitis is inflammation of the foreskin or head of the penis. This condition is characterized by the head of the penis that looks red and swollen due to bacterial infection, fungal infection, or allergies.

Balanitis can be experienced by anyone, especially children under 4 years old and adult men who have not been circumcised. However, this condition can also be experienced by adult men or babies who have been circumcised. Balanitis is not a serious condition and can heal within a few days with proper treatment

The most common cause of balanitis is a bacterial or fungal infection. Infection can occur when the glans or foreskin is not cleaned regularly, causing irritation and leading to fungal or bacterial growth. If left unchecked, this condition can trigger inflammation.

In addition to infection, balanitis can also be caused by various other factors, such as:

https://www.krishnamedika.com/tag/penyakit-balanitisUse of bar soaps that make the skin of the penis dry and irritated, allergies to lubricants or latex condoms, sexually transmitted infections, such as syphilis, trichomoniasis, and gonorrhea, skin disorders, such as eczema and psoriasis, injuries to the tip of the penis or foreskin, diseases or certain disorders, such as diabetes and phimosis, obesity, diabetes