Balanoposthitis: Difference between revisions

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*Recurrent balanoposthitis can be sole presenting sign of diabetes mellitus
*Recurrent balanoposthitis can be sole presenting sign of diabetes mellitus


==Diagnosis==
==Evaluation==
*Glans, foreskin are swollen, tender, and edematous
*Glans, foreskin are swollen, tender, and edematous
*Erythematous papular rash with satellite lesions = fungal
*Erythematous papular rash with satellite lesions = fungal

Revision as of 10:56, 23 July 2016

Background

  • Balanitis = cellulitis of the glans
  • Posthitis = cellulitis of the foreskin
  • Risk factors:
    • Poor hygiene
    • Phimosis
  • Etiology
    • Irritant, bacterial, or fungal
  • Recurrent balanoposthitis can be sole presenting sign of diabetes mellitus

Evaluation

  • Glans, foreskin are swollen, tender, and edematous
  • Erythematous papular rash with satellite lesions = fungal

Differential Diagnosis

Non-Traumatic penile diagnoses

Management

Reduce Irritation

  • Sitz baths BID-TID while inflammation persists
  • Hygiene
    • Clean between foreskin and glans with Q-tip and irrigate with water until resolves
    • Once resolved regular bathing of area in water (no soap) should be sufficient

Antimicrobial

Template:Balanoposthitis Antimicrobial

Disposition

Discharge

See Also

Paraphimosis Reduction

References

UpToDate, Tintinalli