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can this disappear itself?
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While balanitis is not usually a serious condition, it can be a sign that you have another, underlying health condition, such as a sexually transmitted infection (STI) or thrush (a type of fungal infection). It may also be an infection that will only heal with antibiotics from a doctor. If medication is not taken, it may get worse.
Most cases of balanitis are easily treated with a combination of creams or ointments and good hygiene, such as avoiding substances that irritate the penis.
In rare cases of balanitis that keeps coming back, circumcision (surgical removal of the foreskin) may be recommended. For example, if a man has a pre-existing condition that makes them unable to pull back their foreskin to clean it (phimosis), or persistent dribbling of urine following urination.
*courtesy of NHS Choices*
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Thank you! Only one thing: a link would have been nice so I could read more about it. Thank you!
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