Trichomonal balanitis

Male reproductive health is a big problem in today's society, because there are many men whose physical health is in danger due to reproductive health problems. To avoid serious reproductive health problems, all we need to do is to prevent and treat them as early as possible. Trichomonas balanitis is one of the common problems. To help you better treat the disease, let's talk about this issue specifically so that you can understand it!

Symptoms of Trichomonas balanoposthitis:

Papules and erythema appear on the glans penis, gradually expanding with clear edges. Small blisters the size of a needle can be seen on the erythema, and finally an erosive surface is formed. Trichomonas infection. It is often caused by the spouse suffering from vaginal trichomoniasis. The symptoms are relatively mild, mainly manifested as erythematous papules and small blisters on the glans penis. The boundaries are clear and the scope gradually expands. Patients often feel itchy. Trichomonas can be seen in the secretions of the glans penis, which is a confirmed diagnosis. It is recommended to let an experienced doctor help with the diagnosis to avoid misdiagnosis and affect the treatment effect.

Examination of Trichomonas balanoposthitis:

1. Examination and testing of trichomoniasis balanitis: In candidal balanitis (balanitis), Candida can be found by microscopic examination or culture of samples taken from the diseased glans and foreskin. In trichomoniasis balanitis, Trichomonas can be found in the secretions.

2. Hanging drop method:

More commonly used, when the water temperature is greater than 35 degrees Celsius, flagella and trichomonas activities can be seen;

3. Culture method: Multiple microscopic examinations are negative and the patient is highly suspected clinically;

4. Smear method: The positive rate is low and it is rarely used.

Four major treatment methods for trichomonal balanitis:

1. Remove irritants.

2. Husband and wife shall rule together.

3. For those caused by allergic factors, apply topical corticosteroid preparations.

4. When erosion and exudation occur, apply wet compress with 3% boric acid solution or 0.05% berberine solution.

5. Anti-infection treatment: using antifungal, anti-trichomoniasis and other drugs for different pathogens.

6. If the secretion test is negative for three consecutive times, the disease is cured. The medication can be stopped after 1-2 courses of treatment.

Principles of treatment of trichomonal balanitis:

1. General treatment: Pay attention to local hygiene, disinfect underwear and sanitary items, etc.;

2. Systemic medication: Metformin 0.2

3 times/day

7-10 days.