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Uncircumcised men are more at risk for balanitis due to the presence of the foreskin
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Does Balanitis come from diabetes?
Diabetes can increase the risk of developing the condition
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.
What causes Balanitis?
Antibiotics are used to treat bacterial infections, while topical antifungals such as clotrimazole can combat balanitis caused by Candida
What is Balanitis xerotica obliterans?
Balanitis xerotica obliterans (BXO)-- A chronic, progressive, hardening skin inflammation of the penis.
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.
Why do circumcision?
Pros of circumcision decreases risk of urinary tract infections in infancy decreases risk of penile cancer decreases risk of sexually transmitted diseases, including female-to-male transmission of HIV decreases risk of cervical cancer and some infections in female partners prevents balanitis, phimosis, and paraphimosis creates easier genital hygiene
What is the cpt code for circumcision due to recurrent balanitis and phimosis?
607.81
What is Balanitis?
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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
