Why is there white discharge from the glans penis that smells very smelly?

White discharge from the glans accompanied by odor may be caused by balanitis, urethritis, genital candidiasis, gonorrhea or non-specific infection, and can be treated with local cleaning, anti-infective drugs, surgery, etc.

1. Balanitis

Balanitis may be related to factors such as excessive foreskin and poor hygiene. It usually manifests as redness and swelling of the glans, white discharge and odor. Treatment requires keeping the area clean and using clotrimazole cream, erythromycin ointment and other drugs as directed by the doctor. If attacks recur and phimosis is present, circumcision may be necessary.

2. Urethritis

Urethritis is mostly caused by gonococcal or chlamydial infection and is often accompanied by purulent discharge from the urethral orifice and painful urination. After diagnosis, you need to take oral antibiotics such as azithromycin tablets and doxycycline hydrochloride tablets as directed by your doctor. Sexual intercourse is prohibited during treatment.

3. Genital candidiasis

Genital candidiasis is related to factors such as reduced immunity and diabetes. Typical symptoms are tofu-like white discharge and severe itching. Miconazole nitrate cream can be used externally, and in severe cases, fluconazole capsules can be taken orally, and blood sugar levels need to be controlled at the same time.

4. Gonorrhea

Gonorrhea is caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae infection and manifests as a large amount of yellow-white purulent discharge with a foul odor. It is a sexually transmitted disease. Intramuscular injection of ceftriaxone sodium is required, and the sexual partner needs to be treated simultaneously. Alcohol intake must be avoided during treatment.

5. Non-specific infection

Non-specific infection may be caused by local friction, chemical irritation, etc., and the discharge will be white or light yellow. It is recommended to wash with warm water every day, wear cotton underwear to reduce friction, and use mupirocin ointment for a short period of time if necessary to prevent secondary infection.

Pay attention to the daily cleaning of the perineum, wash and dry it with warm water every day, and avoid using irritating lotions. Choose breathable cotton underwear, wash it frequently and expose it to the sun for disinfection. The diet should be light and reduce the intake of spicy food. If the symptoms persist or worsen, you should promptly go to the Department of Urology or Dermatology and Venereology for treatment. After a clear diagnosis, treatment should be standardized. Do not delay the condition with self-medication.