Balanitis refers to inflammation of the head of an uncircumcised penis and can be caused by other medical conditions, poor personal hygiene, and infections like STDs. Learn about symptoms, risk factors, and treatment. Read more: Is Balanitis Contagious? Article
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What Triggers Balanitis and How Long Does It Last?
Balanitis is a condition where the glans penis, or head of the penis, becomes inflamed. Learn the signs of balanitis, its causes, how doctors diagnose it, and what you can do to treat it. Learn about balanitis and how circumcision can prevent it.
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Is Balanitis an STD and Will it Go Away on its Own?
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Balanitis (Inflammation of the Head of the Penis)
Balanitis is a condition in which the skin of the head of the penis becomes inflamed. If the foreskin is also inflamed, it is referred to as balanoposthitis. Balanitis usually occurs in uncircumcised males with symptoms of pain, swelling, and redness at the head of the penis. Often, balanitis is caused by poor hygiene or some medical conditions such as diabetes, and yeast infections. Treatment for balanitis is directed at the cause of the condition and may include creams or other medications.Balanitis is not an STD; however, it may have similar symptoms.
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What Is the Fastest Way to Cure Balanitis?
Balanitis is inflammation of the head of the penis. The fastest way to cure balanitis is to diagnose and treat the underlying cause of the condition.
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Penis Disorders
Penis disorders (male reproductive problems) include priapism, Peyronie's disease, balanitis, phimosis, paraphimosis, and penile cancer. Read on for causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. These disorders can affect a man's fertility and sexual functioning. A variety of treatments are available for these disorders.
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Why Do I Have Discharge From My Penis?
Penis discharge that is not due to sexual arousal is considered abnormal and may be caused by various conditions such as urinary tract infections (UTIs), STDs, and more. Learn more about causes, types, and treatments.
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Should I Be Worried if I Have Balanitis?
Balanitis, or pain and swelling around the glans of the penis, is a common condition. You should not be worried about balanitis, but you should see a doctor and get treatment so your discomfort goes away.
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