
What Causes Redness And Swelling Of Glans And Foreskin Of Penis?

Mostly due to Infection of Glans Penis and Foreskin (Ballano-Posthatitis)
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for your query,based on the facts that you have posted it appears that you have recurring episodes of getting redness of glans penis and foreskin.
I shall be happy if you can post me few more details to help me in making comments on your problem.
1) What is your age ?
2) Are you diabetic?
3) Does this happen after unprotected sex?
4) Are you married ? and in monogamous relationship?
5) Is there itching of the foreskin and glans?
The redness and swelling of glans and foreskin is mostly due to bacterial infection (Ballano Posthatitis or Muco cutaneous Genital Candidiasis)..
You need to take broad spectrum antibiotic like Cefexime and anti fungal medicines like Fluconazole along with anti inflammatory drug like Diclofenac twice daily.along with topical antibiotic ointment like Neosporin twice daily.
Get the prescription of medicines from tour family physician and get your blood sugar tests done to rule out Diabetes.
Ensure to wash your genitals with warm water twice daily.
Ensure to avoid sexual encounters till it heals up completely.
Hope I have answered your query ,please feel free to ask if you have more questions
I shall be happy to help you
Thanks and Regards.
Dr.Patil.

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