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Antibiotics are used to treat bacterial infections, while topical antifungals such as clotrimazole can combat balanitis caused by Candida
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∙ 13y agoBalanitis is usually a result of poor hygiene
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How is Balanitis diagnosed?
Balanitis is usually diagnosed based on a brief physical examination.
Is balanitis contagious?
Balanitis is usually not contagious. It is caused by unhygienic practices.
Who is at risk for balanitis?
Uncircumcised men are more at risk for balanitis due to the presence of the foreskin
What is Balanitis xerotica obliterans?
Balanitis xerotica obliterans (BXO)-- A chronic, progressive, hardening skin inflammation of the penis.
What are some causes of phimosis?
Phimosis can be caused by a congenital disease. This means that is caused from birth and can only be corrected through surgery. Other causes for phimosis are balanitis, frenulum breve and preputial stenosis.
What part of the male anatomy becomes inflamed during a case of balanitis?
Balanitis is an inflammation of the glans (the rounded head) of the penis.
What are some complications associated with balanitis?
There is a wide variety of complications associated with balanitis. These include irritation,infection, pain, discomfort, excessive swelling and problems passing water.
What is the cpt code for circumcision due to recurrent balanitis and phimosis?
607.81
Does Balanitis come from diabetes?
Diabetes can increase the risk of developing the condition
What is Balanitis?
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What is a disease that starts with a B?
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How does Balanitis affect the circumcised penis?
In circumcised men, who lack a foreskin, these symptoms only affect the tip of the penis
