Recurrent Balanitis

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Recurrent balanitis, also known as repeated balanitis, chronic balanoposthitis, or recurring inflammation of the penis head and foreskin, is a bothersome condition where the glans and surrounding foreskin become irritated, red, and inflamed multiple times. This can cause pain, swelling, itching, and significant discomfort during urination or intimate activity. Often seen in uncircumcised men, chronic balanitis is sometimes confused with other names like inflammation of the glans, penile irritation, or long-term foreskin infection. Causes may include poor hygiene, diabetes, infections (such as candidal balanitis), reactions to soaps or personal care products, and certain skin conditions. If left untreated, recurrent balanitis can lead to complications like phimosis (tight foreskin), scarring, painful urination, and even an increased risk of penile cancer. Fortunately, effective treatments and permanent solutions, such as circumcision, are available, especially when visiting top medical tourism destinations like South Korea.

Procedures that treat this ailment: Circumcision

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Effective Circumcision for Treating Recurrent Balanitis in Korea: Advanced Medical Solutions

If you’re dealing with recurrent balanitis and considering your treatment options, you’re not alone. This guide breaks down what recurrent balanitis is, how circumcision can help, what to expect if you choose to have the procedure in South Korea as a medical tourist, the costs involved, and what other patients have experienced. Balanitis refers to inflammation of the glans penis (the head of the penis). When this inflammation also affects the foreskin, it’s called balanoposthitis. While these terms are technically different, they’re often used interchangeably, especially since balanoposthitis only occurs in uncircumcised males. alt text Common Pseudony

Updated: Jul 23, 2025

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Kangdong Sacred Heart Hospital

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At Kangdong Sacred Heart Hospital in Cheonho, we offer a wide range of specialized medical procedures delivered by highly qualified professionals in a state-of-the-art facility. General Surgery Appendectomy: This procedure involves the surgical removal of the appendix. It is commonly performed to treat appendicitis, an inflammatory condition of the appendix. Cholecystectomy: This surgery involves the removal of the gallbladder and is often performed due to gallstones causing pain or infection. Orthopedic Surgery Knee Replacement: A surgical procedure in which a damaged or diseased knee joint is replaced with an artificial joint. It helps relieve pain and restore function in severely diseased knee joints. Hip Replacement: This involves replacing a worn-out or damaged hip joint with an artificial implant. It's a common procedure for arthritis relief and improving mobility. Neurological Procedures Craniotomy: A surgical operation in which a bone flap is temporarily removed from the skull to access the brain. It is often performed to treat conditions like brain tumors or trauma. Spinal Fusion: This procedure is used to correct problems in the small bones of the spine (vertebrae) and involves the fusion of two or more vertebrae to prevent movement. Cardiology Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG): A surgical procedure to improve blood flow to the heart by redirecting veins or arteries from other parts of the body. It's primarily performed in patients with severe coronary heart disease. Angioplasty: A minimally invasive endovascular procedure to widen narrowed or obstructed blood vessels, typically to treat atherosclerosis. Oncology Mastectomy: Surgery to remove one or both breasts, partially or completely. It's often a treatment for breast cancer. Lobectomy: Surgical removal of a lobe of an organ, such as the lung. It is often performed to remove tumors or cancerous tissue. Urology Prostatectomy: This surgery involves the removal of all or part of the prostate gland. It is most often used to treat prostate cancer. Gastroenterology Colonoscopy: A procedure that allows examination of the colon's inner lining for abnormalities using a long, flexible tube with a camera. It helps in diagnosing conditions like colorectal cancer. Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP): A procedure combining endoscopy and fluoroscopy to diagnose and treat conditions of the bile ducts. Nephrology Dialysis: A treatment that performs the functions of the kidneys, removing waste products and excess substances from the blood. It's primarily used to treat chronic kidney failure. These procedures reflect the hospital's commitment to providing comprehensive and advanced medical care to its patients.

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