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Symptoms of Balanitis

Symptoms of balanitis vary in severity and you may not have all of them. Symptoms can include:

• red skin around the head of the penis,
• swelling of the head of the penis;· irritation, and soreness of the head of the penis;
• thick, lumpy discharge under the foreskin; and
• pain when passing urine.

These symptoms can also be a sign of another condition, such as a sexually transmitted infection (STI) or thrush. It’s important to see your GP or visit your local sexual health (GUM) clinic for an exact diagnosis and treatment.

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