Balanitis

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Balanitis refers to inflammation of the glans penis. Technically, the foreskin is usually inflamed as well, called balanoposthitis, but it's usually just called balanitis.

Etiology

Poor genital hygiene
Phimosis
STD
Yeast infection
Drug reaction
Local irritants

Clinical features

Pruritus
Pain
Oedema
Erythematous, ulcerated lesions

Diagnosis

Clinical
Bacterial culture
KOH test for fungal infection

Treatment

Treatment/prevention of underlying cause
Topical antifungal, antibiotic, glucocorticoids, etc.
Daily washing under foreskin
Avoid irritants