Homeopathy Treatment for Balanitis
Balanitis/Balanoposthitis/Infected Head of Penis
Balanitis is an inflammation of the head (the glans) and foreskin of the penis.
Balanitis generally affects uncircumcised males. These are men who have a foreskin, which
is the “hood” of soft skin that partially covers the head of the penis. In balanitis, the head and foreskin become red and inflamed. In circumcised men, who lack a foreskin, these symptoms only affect the tip of the penis.
The inflammation can be due to infection, harsh soaps, or failure to properly rinse soap off while bathing. Several other diseases, including reactive arthritis and lichen sclerosis atrophicus, can lead to balanitis. Men with uncontrolled diabetes are at risk of developing balanitis.
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Causes of Balanitis
The most common causes of balanitis are:
- STDS(sexual transmitted diseases)
- Yeast infection
- Bacterial infection
- Poor hygiene under the foreskin
- Irritation from condoms, spermicides or clothing
Common Pathogens
- Candida albicans
- Trichomonas vaginalis
- Chlamydia trachomatis
- Neisseria gonorrhoeae
- Treponema pallidum (syphilis)
- Herpes Simplex Virus
- Human papillomavirus (HPV)
- Streptococcus species
- Staphylococcus aureus
Symptoms
- Foul-smelling discharge
- Painful penis and foreskin
- Redness of foreskin or penis
- Other rashes on the head of the penis
Diagnosis
Balanitis is usually diagnosed based on a brief physical examination. The doctor may take a sample of the discharge (if any) to determine the nature of the possible infection. A urine test may be recommended to evaluate glucose (sugar) levels in the urine.
Complications of Balanitis
Recurrent bouts of balanitis may cause scarring of the preputial orifice; the reduced elasticity may lead to pathologic phimosis.
Treatment of Balanitis
Contrary to the conventional medicine, the action of homeopathy is much safer, deeper acting, and results much longer lasting by energizing the body’s curative powers and are not dependant on the causative organism.
Homeopathic medicines act as strong anti-inflammatory medicines which boost up the immune system of the body by escalating the number of specialized white blood cells called T-lymphocytes that are vital in the body’s defense against certain bacteria, fungi, viruses, and cure balanitis completely.
In severe cases of balanitis where phimosis results surgery is also required.
Homeopathic medicines have a powerful anti-inflammatory effect which treat the infection from the root, prevent further recurrences, prevent complications, and saves you from a surgeon’s knife.
A study carried out at Bristol Homeopathic Hospital, UK, has revealed that more than 70% of patients with chronic diseases said homeopathy helped them feel better. The 6-year study involved over 6,500 patients.
Prevention
Good hygiene can prevent most cases of balanitis. During bathing, the foreskin should be retracted to adequately clean and dry the area beneath it.