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'''Balanitis''' is an inflammation of the glans (AKA balanus), but is not necessarily an infection. Balanitis may occur together with posthitis (inflammation of the [[foreskin]]), when it is known as balanoposthitis.<ref name="edwards1996">{{REFjournal
|last=Edwards
|accessdate=2019-10-07
}}</ref> Washing removes the protective substances and leaves the penis prone to infection, so washing should be limited and soap should not be used.
Balanoposthitis is ''not'' an indication for circumcision.
Diabetic males who have high sugar in their urine may have recurrent yeast infections. Better control of sugar levels is indicated. Recurrent yeast infections that are not responsive to better management of diabetes may be relieved by circumcision.
==Childhood==