Malfunctioning Foreskin – Zoon’s Balanitis
Zoon’s balanitis is a type of balanitis that is not rooted in infection and can’t be sexually transmitted. Instead, it is caused by the malfunction of a man’s foreskin. The droplets of urine, soap particles and dead skin cells are trapped because of the tight and moist foreskin. This causes the glans, penis, and foreskin to swell.
Zoon’s balanitis usually affects uncircumcised middle-aged and older men. Some experts named it “balanitis circumscripta plasmacellularis” and “plasma cell balanitis” because of the presence of plasma cells in the affected area of the penis. It is also connected to another condition called lichen sclerosis, which makes the foreskin challenging to retract.
People with Zoon’s balanitis can experience discomfort and itchiness around the foreskin and glans. Patches of red and brown can also be observed around the affected area. It is best to consult a doctor after spotting the early signs of Zoon’s balanitis. This condition might last several years if left untreated and even flare up.
