Do I Have Posthitis?
Diagnosing Posthitis Usually Involves a Physical Examination. a Doctor Can Assess Whether the Person Is Experiencing Posthitis, Balanoposthitis, or Another...
Diagnosing posthitis usually involves a physical examination. A doctor can assess whether the person is experiencing posthitis, balanoposthitis, or another form of penis inflammation. In some instances, a doctor may do a swab test to determine the cause of the inflammation.
Which antibiotic is best for Posthitis?
Anaerobic bacterial infection - should be suspected in cases with erythema, edema, and foul-smelling exudate. Mild cases can be treated with topical metronidazole, while more severe cases should have treatment with oral antibiotics such as oral metronidazole for seven days.
Is Vaseline good for Posthitis?
The first step in treating non-specific balanitis is to clean and dry the glans penis after washing or going to the toilet. Applying soft white paraffin ointment (Vaseline® ointment) under the foreskin helps to heal genital skin.
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