Homeopathic treatment
Before delving into homeopathic treatment let us first discuss the conventional or allopathic treatment available.
In the conventional or allopathic treatment antibiotic ointments and / or steroid
ointments are prescribed to treat balanitis or systemic (oral) antibiotics are recommended.
Pain medications are used to alleviate pain and tenderness.
In the conventional / allopathic treatment systemic drugs are prescribed according
to the causative agent. Local applications are widely used which can result in itching,
irritation and pain in the organ.
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 remedies 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.
In severe cases where phimosis results surgery may also be required.
In contrast homeopathy 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.
There are 65 homeopathy medicines which give great relief in balanitis / balanoposthitis
/ infected head of penis. However, the correct choice and the resulting relief is
a matter of experience and right judgment on the part of the doctor. The treatment
is decided after thorough case taking of the patient. Thus remedies are tailor made
unlike allopathy in which all patients receive the same surgery or drugs although
trade name may be different.
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What is balanitis / balanoposthitis / infected head of penis
Balanitis is an inflammation of the head (the glans) and foreskin of the penis.
It 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 it.
Causes
- Poor hygiene under the foreskin
- Irritation from condoms, spermicides or clothing
- STDs (sexual transmitted diseases)
- Yeast infection
- Bacterial infection
Common pathogens
- Candida albicans
- Trichomonas vaginalis
- Chlamydia trachomatis
- Neisseria gonorrhoeae
- Treponema pallidum (syphilis)
- Herpes Simplex Virus
- Human papillomavirus (HPV)
- Streptococcus species
- Staphylococcus aureus
Symptoms
- Redness of foreskin or penis
- Other rashes on the head of the penis
- Foul smelling discharge
- Painful penis and foreskin
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
Recurrent bouts of balanitis may cause scarring of the preputial orifice; the reduced
elasticity may lead to pathologic phimosis.
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.