balanitis

Balanitis (Inflammation of the Glans Penis): Treatment

Brief overview Causes and risk factors: Excessive or inadequate personal hygiene and infections, uncircumcised men more frequently affected than circumcised men Treatment: Mostly external therapy with baths or ointments, sometimes tablets, rarely surgery Symptoms: The most common symptoms of balanitis include pain, itching, rashes, discharge and other changes to the glans penis Duration: The course … Balanitis (Inflammation of the Glans Penis): Treatment

Therapy | Acorn burns

Therapy Adequate hygiene, especially under the foreskin, is important to prevent infectious inflammation of the male genitalia. The risk of venereal diseases must also be taken into account during unprotected intercourse. The diagnosis and treatment should always be initiated together with the sexual partner. If the glans is moist due to an inflammation, care must … Therapy | Acorn burns

Acorn burns

Definition A burning sensation in the area of the glans, at the tip of the male penis, can be permanent or occur in certain situations. Some men feel the burning sensation in selected situations for long periods of time, but in most cases it is temporary. The burning sensation is usually intensified by urination or … Acorn burns

Associated symptoms | Acorn burns

Associated symptoms The symptoms that occur in urethritis or balanitis can be very variable. It is also possible to have a completely asymptomatic course in which the disease remains undetected due to the absence of symptoms. One of the more common symptoms is a burning sensation when urinating (alguria). It is also possible, however, that … Associated symptoms | Acorn burns

Acorn itches

Definition An itchy glans affects many men of different ages. The symptom can occur once or permanently, often accompanied by other symptoms. The causes can vary and there is not always a need for treatment. For a diagnosis it is important whether the itching is permanent or occurs, for example, when urinating and whether it … Acorn itches

Acorn itches and is red | Acorn itches

Acorn itches and is red If the glans is reddened in addition to the itching, a stronger irritation or inflammation can be assumed. The redness should be observed. If the itching and redness persist for several hours or days, the exact cause must be clarified by a urologist. It should be observed whether further symptoms … Acorn itches and is red | Acorn itches

Acorn itches and peels | Acorn itches

Acorn itches and peels The skin on the glans is very regenerative and permanently forms new skin layers. If the glans peels, this only affects the superficial layer and is not dangerous at first. The reasons for this vary. If the skin peels, this is often a sign of dryness. The glans can also be … Acorn itches and peels | Acorn itches

Acorn itches after masturbation | Acorn itches

Acorn itches after masturbation Some men are plagued by an itching that can occur after masturbation. This can occur as a result of the irritation caused by mechanical stress. However, itching is often described together with the feeling of urge to urinate about ten minutes after masturbation. This is probably an irritation and irritation of … Acorn itches after masturbation | Acorn itches

Inflammation of the glans

General information An inflammation of the glans is called balanitis. It usually occurs in combination with inflammation of the inner side of the foreskin and is then called balanoposthitis. The inflammation of the glans can occur both as an isolated event, for example after infection with a bacterial pathogen, and as a partial symptom in … Inflammation of the glans

Symptoms | Inflammation of the glans

Symptoms Inflammation of the glans initially manifests itself mostly by a reddening of the glans itself. This can occur to varying degrees, itching, wetting or even burning when urinating. In addition, there are often whitish, greasy coatings, the so-called smegma. Especially in children with phimosis, but also in adults, a purulent discharge can occur. This … Symptoms | Inflammation of the glans

Diagnosis of acornitis | Inflammation of the glans

Diagnosis of acornitis The inflammation of the glans is usually already visible to the naked eye. Also the involvement of the foreskin is usually very obvious by redness and swelling. The diagnosis then includes above all the clarification of the involvement of the urethra or other regions. Whether the inflammation of the glans has its … Diagnosis of acornitis | Inflammation of the glans

Frequency | Inflammation of the glans

Frequency As mentioned above, inflammation of the glans occurs mainly in uncircumcised men. About 3% of them suffer from balanitis during their life. With age, the risk is additionally increased in diabetics and existing incontinence. Also strong predominance, disease Crohn and Colitis Ulcerosa are considered as risk factors. But sexual behavior with its influence on … Frequency | Inflammation of the glans