Why is my foreskin always inflamed?

Recurrent foreskin inflammation may be related to factors such as poor local hygiene, excessive foreskin, bacterial infection, fungal infection, decreased immunity and other factors. Foreskin inflammation usually presents with symptoms such as redness, swelling, pain, itching, and increased secretions, which require targeted treatment according to the specific cause.

1. Poor local hygiene

Insufficient cleaning can lead to accumulation of smegma, which can irritate the mucous membranes and cause inflammation. It is necessary to wash the head of the penis and the inside of the foreskin with warm water every day, and avoid using irritating lotions. After washing, keep dry and wear breathable cotton underwear. If there is slight redness and swelling, you can temporarily flush it with saline.

2. Foreskin is too long

Excessive foreskin or phimosis will make it easier for dirt to remain and increase the probability of infection. After puberty, there are still cases where the foreskin cannot be exposed, and circumcision may need to be considered. Preoperative urine tests and other tests are required to rule out active infection, and postoperative erythromycin ointment is used as directed by the doctor to prevent secondary infections.

3. Bacterial infection

Invasion of bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus may cause acute purulent inflammation. If it shows local erosion with yellow pus, you can use mupirocin ointment or cefaclor capsules as directed by your doctor to fight infection. Azithromycin dispersible tablets should be taken orally when combined with fever, and sexual intercourse is prohibited during treatment.

4. Fungal infection

Candida albicans infection is common in patients with diabetes or those who have been taking antibiotics for a long time, and white tofu-like secretions will appear. The diagnosis requires scraping of secretions for microscopic examination. Clotrimazole cream can be applied topically. In severe cases, fluconazole capsules can be taken orally. Partners need to be treated simultaneously to avoid cross-infection.

5. Decreased immunity

When you stay up late, are stressed, or suffer from immune deficiency diseases, the mucosal defense function is weakened and inflammation can easily be induced. It is recommended to ensure 7 hours of sleep and appropriate vitamin C tablets and protein powder. For repeated attacks, basic diseases such as blood sugar and HIV need to be screened, and if necessary, thymosin enteric-coated capsules should be injected to regulate immunity.

You should choose loose and breathable pants for daily use to avoid prolonged sitting and severe friction. Reduce spicy foods and increase yogurt and other probiotic-containing foods in your diet. Change swimming trunks promptly after swimming, and both parties should clean before and after sex. If there are more than three attacks within a year, it is recommended to go to the urology department to evaluate whether surgical treatment is needed. Uncircumcised men should have a physical examination of their reproductive system once a year, and those over 40 years old should also be screened for possible malignant lesions.