Balanitis, contact allergiesN48.1

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.

Acute or chronic allergic contact dermatitis of the glans penis and possibly of the prepuce.

EtiopathogenesisThis section has been translated automatically.

Common allergens are deodorants, local anti-contraceptives, condoms, antibiotic ointments, detergents, etc.

TherapyThis section has been translated automatically.

Avoid the allergen. Treatment of eczema, see below allergic contact eczema. If possible glucocorticoid-free, if necessary short-term weakly effective glucocorticoids.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer