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If you have any questions, to schedule a consultation<\/a>, please <\/a>contact us<\/a> or call\/text: <\/strong>1-646-663-5545<\/span><\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n We have excellent reviews from patients <\/a><\/strong>and their partners. Information for out-of-state and international patients<\/a>. Find out our office hours or directions to our office<\/a>. <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n We offer affordable prices with or without insurance<\/a>.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Balanitis or swelling of the penis usually occurs in uncircumcised men as a result of an infection or inadequate hygiene<\/strong>. Balanoposthitis<\/strong> refers to a more severe inflammation\/infection of the glans penis and foreskin. Often, ‘balanitis’ is used to refer to inflammation of the foreskin and glans penis.<\/p>\n Common symptoms of balanitis<\/strong> include redness<\/strong> of the foreskin of the penis, redness of glans penis, burning or pain in the penis, and small cuts<\/strong> or laceration of the penile foreskin; bleeding from cut skin can also occur.<\/p>\n Balanitis is more common in diabetic men.<\/strong> In diabetic men, balanitis is often caused by Candida, a fungal infection. Balanitis can lead to phimosis<\/a><\/strong>, tightening of the foreskin which makes it difficult to pull the foreski<\/strong>n back.<\/p>\n Antibiotic treatment<\/strong> and good hygiene often lead to the resolution of balanitis. However, balanitis may recur. Circumcision<\/a> <\/strong>is an effective treatment option for men with recurrent balanitis<\/a> and balanoposthitis.<\/p>\n Read RealStories<\/strong>: Circumcision for the treatment of recurrent balanitis and balanoposthitis<\/strong><\/a> in a 43-year-old man<\/p>\n Read RealStories<\/strong>: Circumcision for a 49-year-old man with BXO<\/strong> – out-of-state<\/a> – Drove<\/p>\n Read RealStories<\/strong>: Circumcision Phimosis<\/strong> for a 35-year-old man and urinary problems – International Patient<\/a><\/p>\n Read RealStories<\/strong>: ShangRing circumcision<\/strong> 73-year-old man with diabetes<\/a> and balanitis.<\/p>\n Read RealStories<\/strong>: ShangRing circumcision<\/strong> – a 23-year-old man<\/a> with recurrent inflammation<\/p>\n Read RealStories<\/strong>: Tears and bleeding<\/strong> of the penile frenulum after sex<\/a> 36-year-old male.<\/p>\n At New York Urology Specialists, we offer treatment for balanitis and same-day circumcision treatment for men<\/strong>. <\/p>\n Call\/text today: 1-646-663-5545<\/span><\/a> <\/span><\/strong>or <\/span>make an appointment<\/span><\/a> online. <\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n We perform cosmetic circumcision<\/strong><\/a>, circumcision revision<\/a><\/strong>, penile frenuloplasty, and offer treatment for phimosis, balanitis, penile irritation, and redness. We treat sexual and erection problems<\/a><\/strong> and offer comprehensive STD testing<\/a><\/strong> for infections. We offer confidential appointments. Our prices are affordable with or without insurance. <\/p>\n Balanitis may also be an early symptom of poorly controlled diabetes<\/strong> in some men. In diabetic men<\/a>, balanitis is often caused by fungal infection<\/strong> with Candida. For men with diabetes, treatment of infection is necessary and circumcision may be beneficial long-term in the prevention of further episodes of balanitis and balanoposthitis.<\/p>\n Sexually transmitted infections<\/strong><\/a> can lead to balanitis. Occasionally, penile cancer<\/a><\/strong> is misdiagnosed for balanitis. Failure to respond to treatment should raise concern and consideration for possible biopsy or circumcision.<\/p>\n Depending on the underlying cause of balanitis, it is treated with antifungal medications (more common) or antibiotics (less common). Steroid cream may also be useful in decreasing the inflammation. Balanitis can be treated with medications<\/strong> such as antibiotics<\/strong> or antifungal medications<\/strong> (1% clotrimazole cream or fluconazole pills). If balanitis does not respond to medications or comes back, circumcision<\/a><\/strong> may be a good option to prevent balanitis recurrence. Circumcision is successful in the treatment of balanitis >90% of the time.<\/p>\n In patients with underlying medical problems such as diabetes or severe obesity, treatment of the underlying condition may be beneficial in the prevention of balanitis recurrence.<\/p>\n Circumcision is very effective<\/strong> <\/a>in the treatment of balanitis as well as recurrent balanitis. Typically, it is preferable to treat acute balanitis with antibiotics or anti-fungal medications as necessary and to perform circumcision once balanitis resolves. Typical antifungal creams<\/strong> are clotrimazole<\/strong> or itraconazole<\/strong> creams. Oral treatment with fluconazole<\/strong> or itraconazole<\/strong> is also effective.<\/p>\n Sometimes balanitis is severe enough that antibiotics or anti-fungal medications do not work well<\/strong>. In that situation, circumcision may be performed with a somewhat increased risk of wound infection. In diabetics, it is preferable to get better control of diabetes prior to circumcision as there is an increased risk of wound infection and poor healing with poorly controlled diabetes.<\/p>\n In general, circumcision is curative of balanitis in more than 90% of men.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Read real stories of men who underwent sleeve circumcision for balanitis at New York Urology Specialists<\/a><\/strong> and ShangRing circumcision<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n Recurrent balanitis<\/strong> can cause scarring of the foreskin and phimosis. Scarring of the foreskin may make it difficult to retract the foreskin. Chronic and recurrent balanitis may predispose to penile cancer as well as balanitis xerotica obliterans<\/p>\nngg_shortcode_0_placeholder\n If you have any questions, to schedule a consultation<\/a>, please <\/a>contact us<\/a> or call\/text: <\/strong>1-646-663-5545<\/span><\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n We have excellent reviews from patients <\/a><\/strong>and their partners. Information for out-of-state and international patients<\/a>. Find out our office hours or directions to our office<\/a>. <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n We offer affordable prices with or without insurance<\/a>. <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Urologists are doctors specializing in the treatment of men with sexual problems that include penis problems, scrotal problems, and erectile dysfunction. By virtue of our experience and skill, we are able to offer an effective treatment option for nearly every man who desires an effective treatment for any problem that affects the penis. We offer medical and surgical treatment for men’s sexual problems.<\/strong><\/p>\n
\nWhat is Balanitis?<\/h2>\n
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Balanitis<\/strong> refers to inflammation<\/strong> and swelling<\/strong> of the foreskin (skin that covers the penis) and the tip of the penis. The tip of the penis is called “glans penis”. <\/p>\nRead Real Stories of men<\/a> who underwent circumcision at New York Urology Specialists.<\/h2>\n
Where to Get Treatment for Balanitis in NYC?<\/h2>\n
Balanitis in Men with Diabetes<\/h2>\n
Other Causes of Balanitis<\/h2>\n
What is the Treatment for Balanitis?<\/h2>\n
How Effective is Circumcision for Treatment of Balanitis?<\/h2>\n
What are the Complications of Balanitis?<\/h2>\n
What You Need to Know:<\/h2>\n
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Why Choose New York Urology Specialists for Circumcision and Treatment of Penile Problems?<\/h2>\n
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Scheduling Appointments for Balanitis Treatment at New York Urology Specialists<\/h2>\n
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At New York Urology Specialists, our urologists are specially trained in the evaluation and treatment of sexual problems in men. <\/strong>We understand the challenges that penile problems such as pain in the penis, cuts on the foreskin, irritation, and curvature create for our patients, their relationships, and their self-esteem. We help you find a treatment for penile problems including appearance concerns, foreskin problems, premature ejaculation, erectile dysfunction that fit your needs, lifestyle, and your preferences.<\/strong><\/p>\nWe Treat Some of the Most Complex Penis and Foreskin Problems Including:<\/h2>\n
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