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 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 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
Introduction In the case of phimosis, it can happen that the narrowing of the foreskin does not recede by itself. Also the treatment with oils etc. is sometimes not promising. In such cases, surgery is always necessary. Since the constriction often recedes of its own accord by the time the child reaches pre-school age, this … Phimosis surgery
Procedure during the operation The extent of circumcision depends on the degree of phimosis, but also on the will of the parents or the patient. Circumcision can be performed radically, whereby the foreskin is completely removed, similar to religious circumcision rites. During the procedure, the foreskin is first detached from the glans and then tightened … Procedure during the operation | Phimosis surgery
Anaesthesia and surgery duration The procedure usually takes only about 15-20 minutes and is usually performed under a short general anesthesia. This is especially important for children, so that they do not notice as much of the operation as possible. For adults, instead of general anesthesia, a procedure under spinal anesthesia or with the help … Anaesthesia and surgery duration | Phimosis surgery
Accompanying symptoms of a penis fungus The penis fungus shows itself primarily through whitish coatings on the glans and the foreskin. These are usually easy to remove, but quickly reappear. The infection also often leads to an inflammatory reaction. This is manifested by swelling and reddening of the affected mucous membranes. Pain and overheating of … Accompanying symptoms of a penis fungus | Penis fungus – Candidosis in men
Introduction Cancidosis in men usually refers to a genital fungus. This is usually located on the penis, usually on the foreskin and the glans. In most cases, the fungal genus Candida is responsible for the infection. The most common pathogen is the genus Candida albicans. Typically, these infections occur more frequently in immunocompromised persons. These … Penis fungus – Candidosis in men
Healing time of a penis fungus In the case of a purely local infection with the penis fungus, an improvement of the symptoms can be expected after a few days. Until the symptoms disappear completely, one to two weeks may pass. How long the healing process takes exactly depends on the frequency and thoroughness of … Healing time of a penis fungus | Penis fungus – Candidosis in men
What are the causes of penis fungus? The kind of yeast fungi that cause candidosis in men are usually found naturally on the skin. One speaks of a so-called normal skin flora. Also the mucous membranes can physiologically already carry the fungus on themselves. Usually the fungi are in a natural balance with other germs … What are the causes of penis fungus? | Penis fungus – Candidosis in men
Introduction Phimosis (synonym: foreskin tightness) is caused by a disproportion between the width of the foreskin and the size of the glans penis (glans penis). Due to this narrowness, the foreskin cannot be pulled back behind the glans penis from about the age of 2 years. This can lead to inflammation, pain and complications when … Phimosis
Surgery (OP) Surgery for phimosis (narrowing of the foreskin) is indicated if complications occur after the end of the 2nd year of life due to the narrowing of the foreskin. Such complications can be recurrent infections, which are favored by the narrowing of the foreskin. One should then consider phimosis surgery. The surgery that comes … Surgery (OP) | Phimosis
