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balanoposthitis

 

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Noun balanoposthitis has 1 sense
  1. balanoposthitis - inflammation of both the head of the penis and the foreskin
    --1 is a kind of
    inflammation, redness, rubor

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Balanoposthitis

Description:

Balanoposthitis refers to the inflammation or infection of the foreskin (prepuce) and the head of the penis (glans). This condition commonly affects uncircumcised males and can cause discomfort, pain, and swelling.

Senses and Usages:

1. Medical Sense: Balanoposthitis is a medical condition characterized by the inflammation of the foreskin and glans penis. It can be caused by poor hygiene, infections, allergies, or underlying medical conditions.

Example Sentence: The doctor prescribed an antifungal cream to treat the balanoposthitis.

2. Popular Sense: Balanoposthitis is also used to describe a general inflammation or infection in the area of the foreskin and the glans penis.

Example Sentence: His balanoposthitis was caused by an allergic reaction to a new soap he had been using.

3. Local Sense: In some local communities, especially in rural areas, balanoposthitis may refer to traditional remedies or practices believed to treat or prevent infections in the genital area.

Example Sentence: In certain cultures, specific herbs are used for treating balanoposthitis.

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