Yersiniosis
ICD-10 A04.6 · ICD-11 1A05

Treatment of Yersiniosis Presenting with Balanitis

Clinical Scenario

This protocol covers Yersiniosis when the presentation includes balanitis — a local inflammatory manifestation that requires targeted management alongside the underlying infection.

Condition Detail

When Yersiniosis is associated with balanitis (specifically balanitis circinata), the local component at the glans represents a distinct therapeutic consideration addressed within this protocol.

Treatment Approach

Management of the balanitis component involves topical corticosteroid therapy as part of the overall approach.

The complete regimen, full selection criteria, and sequencing details are available in the full protocol below.

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References

DOI: 10.3390/microorganisms13051133

In the case of balanitis cricoid, topical treatment with a weak GCS (e.g., topical hydrocortisone cream) is used.

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