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Balanoposthitis
Treatment of Balanoposthitis With Advanced Laser Surgery
A painful urological condition known as balanoposthitis affects men who are either partially circumcised or completely uncircumcised. It is an intimate issue, so men don't often talk about it. However, if left untreated for a long time, this condition can cause severe complications. To learn more about Balanoposthitis, read on.
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What is Balanoposthitis?
Uncircumcised men with balanoposthitis experience inflammation of the foreskin and glans. It normally doesn't require treatment and gets better on its own. However, in some cases, medical intervention is required.
Uncircumcised and partially circumcised men are more likely to experience this condition, which is generally curable by medical intervention and only requires circumcision surgery when severe.
Balanoposthitis Diagnosis
In order to diagnose balanoposthitis, a urologist typically examines your penis and asks you about the symptoms you're experiencing. The doctor may suggest further tests based on the findings of the physical exam.
To rule out other complications, doctors will use a swab test to collect samples from the head or foreskin of the penis and examine them under a microscope.
What is the best time to consult a doctor about balanoposthitis?
This condition can be quite painful if left untreated. Consult your doctor if you experience the following symptoms:
Foreskin pain or tenderness that is unbearable.
Foreskin has become extremely dry, thick, or leathery.
There is constant burning or itching in your foreskin.
There is an abnormal discharge in your body.
Balanoposthitis Treatment
Non Surgical Treatment
In each person, Balanoposthitis manifests different symptoms. The treatment for this condition varies based on the severity of it. The non-surgical treatment methods for Balanoposthitis are usually effective, especially when the disease is in its early stages. So, on that note, here are some non-surgical treatment methods for Balanoposthitis:
Diabetes management: Diabetes-related balanoposthitis is also common in people with balanoposthitis, so the treatment consists of managing diabetes.
Antibiotics: Doctors might prescribe antibiotics for balanoposthitis treatment if it is caused by STD infections. The type of antibiotics will depend on the type of infection.
Anti-fungal creams: Balanoposthitis is also often caused by yeast infections. A doctor will prescribe antifungal medicines to alleviate the discomfort if yeast infections are the cause.
Surgical Treatment
In cases of chronic or recurrent Balanoposthitis, surgery may be necessary. Circumcision is a commonly recommended procedure for treating various conditions such as balanitis, phimosis, paraphimosis, and foreskin infections. Options for this surgery include laser circumcision, stapler circumcision, and open circumcision. This involves removing the foreskin from the head of the penis (glans), typically using one of these methods:
Laser circumcision surgery: The surgeon uses a high-beam laser to cut the foreskin during this 20-minute minimally-invasive circumcision. This procedure is also performed under general or local anaesthesia and no stitches are required.
Stapler circumcision surgery: A surgical stapler is used to remove the foreskin using this minimally-invasive procedure. During balanoposthitis surgery, the patient is sedated with local or general anaesthesia. There are no wounds or scars, and the patient is discharged the same day.
Open Circumcision Surgery: Open balanoposthitis surgery involves sedating the patient with a local or general anaesthetic, measuring the skin to be removed, and cutting it with a scalpel before cauterising or stitching it back on.
What causes Balanoposthitis?
Balanoposthitis has several causes, and each individual's may be different. In all Balanoposthitis cases, the doctors identify the condition's cause before suggesting treatment. The leading causes include:
Penile yeast infections, Chlamydia, fungal infections, etc.
Arthritis reactive
Balanitis xerotica obliterans (chronic balanitis)
Exposure to chemicals can cause irritation
Injuries or trauma
Eczema
Psoriasis
Balanoposthitis symptoms
Symptoms of balanoposthitis include:
Lichenification (thick, leathery skin)
Tenderness and pain
Dryness
Discoloured or shiny skin
Itching or burning
Unusual discharge
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