Balanitis & Balanitis Xerotica Obliterans (BXO)
What is Balanitis?
Balanitis is an inflammation of the head of the penis and is more common in uncircumcised males.
Symptoms
Symptoms may include
redness or swelling
itching or irritation
discharge
pain or tenderness
difficulty retracting the foreskin
Balanitis can be caused by bacterial or fungal infections, poor hygiene, irritation from soaps or chemicals, allergies, or underlying health conditions such as diabetes.
Treatment typically involves improved hygiene and medicated creams. If balanitis occurs repeatedly, circumcision may be recommended.
