What Causes and How to Treat Penile Ulcers?
The most common cause of foreskin ulceration is excessively long foreskin. Additionally, excessive masturbation, infection, or trauma may also lead to foreskin ulceration, manifesting as itching, redness, swelling, and pain. Firstly, pay attention to personal hygiene. You can treat it with both internal and external anti-inflammatory medication. If the issue is excessively long foreskin, it is recommended to undergo a foreskin surgery.
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The causes of foreskin ulceration are often due to excessively long foreskin, phimosis, masturbation, trauma, infection, etc. These factors lead to the shedding of keratinized epithelium and glandular secretion, creating favorable conditions for the proliferation of other bacteria and causing inflammation. The clinical manifestations include local itching, redness, erosion, and even ulceration, accompanied by secretions and unpleasant odor. In severe cases, there may be systemic symptoms such as fever, chills, and even penile enlargement and pain.
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It is recommended to maintain good personal hygiene, avoid sexual activity and spicy food. You can apply erythromycin ointment and wash the affected area with diluted salt water to keep it clean. If the local ulceration symptoms do not improve after medication, it is necessary to consult a male doctor at a regular hospital for further examination and treatment. Additionally, you can take appropriate anti-inflammatory medication such as amoxicillin and metronidazole.
