What are the symptoms of glans itching?
Recently, the topic of men's health has become very popular on major social platforms and medical forums, especially the symptom of "itchy glans penis" has triggered widespread discussion. This article combines the hot topics and medical information on the Internet in the past 10 days to provide you with a detailed analysis of the possible causes, symptoms and countermeasures of glans itching.
1. Common causes of glans itching

Itchy glans penis may be caused by a variety of factors. Here are some of the causes that have been discussed more recently:
| Reason | Symptoms | High-risk groups |
|---|---|---|
| Balanitis | Redness, swelling, burning sensation, increased secretions | People with excessive foreskin |
| Fungal infections (such as Candida) | White discharge and obvious itching | People with low immunity |
| allergic reaction | Local rash, stinging sensation | Persons exposed to new detergents or condoms |
| Sexually transmitted diseases (such as gonorrhea) | Purulent discharge, painful urination | high risk sexual behavior |
2. Recent hot topics
According to social media and search engine data, discussions with high correlation with "itchy glans penis" in the past 10 days include:
| Topic keywords | heat index | main focus |
|---|---|---|
| Balanitis Home Care | ★★★★ | How to relieve symptoms on your own |
| Candida infection treatment | ★★★☆ | Antifungal drug selection |
| The need for STD screening | ★★★★★ | Privacy Protection and Detection Process |
3. Medical interpretation and suggestions of symptoms
1.mild symptoms: If there is only slight itching and no secretion, it may be an allergy or local irritation. It is recommended to stop using products that may cause allergies (such as new underwear, lubricants).
2.moderate symptoms: When accompanied by redness, swelling or white discharge, fungal infection needs to be considered and clotrimazole ointment can be used (doctor's advice required).
3.severe symptoms: If you have pain during urination, ulcers, etc., you should seek medical attention immediately to check for sexually transmitted diseases.
4. Preventive measures
Based on recent popular science content among doctors, the following preventive methods are recommended:
- Clean and keep it dry every day. If the foreskin is too long, you need to wash the glans.
- Avoid sharing towels or intimate clothing.
- Use condoms for safe sex.
5. Answers to users’ high-frequency questions
| question | Professional reply |
|---|---|
| “Is itching but no redness an STD?” | The possibility is low, more likely to be allergic or mild inflammation. |
| “Can I use a salt water flush to relieve this?” | It may relieve irritation in the short term, but may damage the skin barrier in the long term. |
Conclusion
Although glans itching is common, the potential health risks should not be ignored. Recent hot discussions show that most patients delay treatment because they are too shy to seek medical treatment. If symptoms persist for more than 48 hours or worsen, please consult a professional doctor in time.
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