Hoe gaat balanitis weg?
Bij balanitis en balanopostitis volstaat doorgaans het aanbrengen van een crème met antibiotica of een schimmelwerend product. Hij kan je ook een badje met kaliumpermanganaat (100 mg op 1 liter water) gedurende 10 minuten voorschrijven. Pas op want deze oplossing kan hardnekkige vlekken maken.
Wat te gebruiken bij eikelontsteking?
Bij een eikelontsteking door bacteriën is behandeling met een crème met antibiotica meestal voldoende. Gaat de eikelontsteking niet over? Dan schrijft de arts antibiotica om in te nemen voor. Voorbeelden zijn claritromycine, metronidazol of amoxicilline met clavulaanzuur.
What is balanitis?
What is balanitis? Balanitis is pain and inflammation (swelling and irritation) of the glans (head) of the penis that happens most often in uncircumcised males. Circumcision is a procedure performed to remove skin (the foreskin) from the head of the penis (the glans).
What are the treatment options for balanitis?
The treatment for balanitis depends on what is causing the condition. Treatments can include: Antifungal creams: If a yeast infection is causing balanitis, your provider will prescribe an antifungal cream such as clotrimazole to treat the infection. You will need to apply the cream to the glans (head of the penis) and foreskin as prescribed.
What are the risk factors for balanitis?
Groups with a higher risk of balanitis include men who: Practice poor hygiene. Are middle-aged or older. Have diabetes, because the increased glucose (sugar) on their skin can stimulate bacterial and fungal growth. Are obese. Have sexually transmitted diseases. Have a sensitivity to chemical irritants. How do people get balanitis?
Does balanitis go away on its own?
Most men with balanitis recover with treatment. For men who are not circumcised, it is common for balanitis to return after treatment. The risk increases when men do not practice good hygiene, such as cleaning under the foreskin. When should I call my healthcare provider about balanitis?