What are some of the symptoms of balanitis?

Balanitis, a common genital disorder of men is defined as the inflammation of glans penis due to microorganism infection. Though this disorder mainly affect male genital organ, some symptoms might be experienced at other parts of body. People suffering from this disorder witness a red rash on the tip of the genital organ. The swelling might be scaly or ulcerated. Skin of penis toughens after this infection. While some victims have severe pain in the affected are some feel tenderness and swelling. 

You might experience itching and discomfort in the affected area. Pus might appear under the skin of the affected area. The smell of the pus is very fishy.  Foreskin of penis also loses its elasticity. Hence, you might experience the inability to pull back foreskin of your genital organ. Sore mouth, swelled glands and rash on skins are also common symptoms of balanitis. Some people have joint pain after this infection. Feeling of unwell is common to all balanitis victims. You might experience pain while urinating. There are scores of medicines available to treat balanitis.

Depending upon the cause, doctors prescribe anti-fungal medications, creams and tablets for it. If you experience, one or more of the above symptoms immediate doctor consultation is a wise move.