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Anaerobic balanoposthitis.

G E Cree, A T Willis, K D Phillips

    British Medical Journal (Clinical Research Ed.)
    |March 20, 1982
    PubMed
    Summary

    Non-sporing anaerobes cause erosive balanoposthitis. This penile infection, characterized by ulceration and discharge, is diagnosed clinically and effectively treated with metronidazole.

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    Area of Science:

    • Microbiology
    • Dermatology
    • Infectious Diseases

    Background:

    • Erosive balanoposthitis is a penile inflammatory condition.
    • The causative agents of balanoposthitis are not fully understood.
    • Non-sporing anaerobes are suspected in some cases.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To determine the role of non-sporing anaerobes in erosive balanoposthitis.
    • To establish a clinical diagnostic approach.
    • To evaluate treatment efficacy.

    Main Methods:

    • Anaerobic culture of purulent discharge from 104 patients.
    • Clinical assessment of penile ulceration and discharge characteristics.
    • Monitoring patient response to metronidazole treatment.

    Main Results:

    • 29 cases of balanoposthitis were culturally confirmed.
    • Most infections involved mixed anaerobic bacteria.
    • Eight infections were attributed to single anaerobic organisms.
    • Rapid clinical improvement was observed with metronidazole therapy.

    Conclusions:

    • Non-sporing anaerobes play a significant role in erosive balanoposthitis.
    • The condition can be diagnosed effectively through clinical signs.
    • Metronidazole is an effective treatment for anaerobic balanoposthitis.

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