Self-treatment of balanitis: using saline solution

Balanitis is a common disease in men. Generally speaking, the age of patients is between 20 and 50 years old. Children and elderly patients are rare. From a clinical point of view, there are many causes of balanitis, but vulvar moisture is the main cause of the disease. So, how to cure balanitis?

Wash with saline

Patients with balanitis can clean the glans penis or foreskin with normal saline, or wash it with warm boiled water every day. Do not use cold water or hot water. The method is to let the hot water cool down before use. Or you can use 2% sodium bicarbonate solution to clean it.

Use ointment or lotion

Patients with balanitis can use lotion to clean the affected area, or use some external ointments, such as clotrimazole ointment, etc., which are all effective. Also, be careful not to have sexual intercourse, especially during the treatment period, and do not smoke or drink.

Watch your diet

Patients with balanoposthitis should pay attention to their diet and avoid eating spicy foods, such as chili pepper, coffee, etc. They should try to wear loose underwear every day and avoid tight ones. They should also pay attention to hygiene, change the dressing on time every day, avoid eating irritating foods, etc.

Notes

Patients with balanoposthitis should not be anxious or afraid, but should maintain a good and happy mood and seek medical treatment in time if any situation occurs, and follow the doctor's arrangements for treatment.