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Why is the foreskin red, swollen and itchy?

Asked by:Gorgon

Asked on:Apr 18, 2026 03:44 AM

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  • Clio Clio

    Apr 18, 2026

    Foreskin redness, swelling and itching may be related to factors such as allergies, balanitis, urethritis, etc. It is recommended to seek medical treatment.

    1. Allergy

    Contact of the foreskin with certain allergic substances, such as pollen, dust, etc., may cause allergic reactions, resulting in local discomfort such as redness, swelling, and itching.

    2. Balanitis

    Balanitis is more common in patients with redundant foreskin and phimosis. The inflammation can irritate the foreskin area, causing local redness, swelling, pain, and sometimes itching. Such patients should choose cefetamet poxil hydrochloride dispersible tablets, fluconazole capsules, acyclovir tablets and other drug treatments under the guidance of a doctor.

    3. Urethritis

    When urethritis is severe, the inflammation can spread to the foreskin, causing the above-mentioned discomfort symptoms locally, and may also be accompanied by urethral orifice tingling symptoms. You can use cefixime capsules, amoxicillin capsules and other drugs as directed by your doctor.

    In addition, it may also be caused by factors such as genital eczema, syphilis, gonorrhea, etc. If the above symptoms occur, it is recommended to consult a dermatologist for further evaluation and diagnosis.

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