Balanoposthitis
ICD-10 N48.1 · ICD-11 GB06.0

Treatment of Balanoposthitis in Circinate Balanitis of the Glans Penis

Circinate balanitis is a distinctive inflammatory pattern affecting the glans penis, characterised by well-defined, map-like erosive or hyperkeratotic plaques. It represents a specific presentation of balanoposthitis that guides the treatment approach.

Clinical Scenario

The presentation of circinate balanitis of the glans penis may occur in isolation or as part of a broader systemic picture. Notably, this pattern is also recognised in Reactive Arthritis — a post-infective syndrome triggered by urethritis or enteritis in genetically predisposed individuals. Identifying whether an underlying systemic or infectious driver is present is relevant to management.

Treatment Approach (Partial Overview)

Management follows an approach aligned with psoriasis treatment principles, centred on topical corticosteroid therapy. Where an underlying infection is identified, it is addressed as part of the treatment plan.

The full structured regimen — including agent selection, application guidance, and sequencing — is available via the complete protocol.

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References

DOI: 10.1111/jdv.18954

This characteristic presentation may occur in isolation or be seen in Reactive Arthritis — a post-infective syndrome, triggered by urethritis or enteritis in genetically predisposed individuals.

See under 'Psoriasis' (1,C)

Treatment of any underlying infection (1,C)

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