Causes of Balanitis

Underlying condition causes of Balanitis: The list of possible underlying conditions (see also Misdiagnosis of underlying causes of Balanitis) mentioned in various sources as possible causes of Balanitis includes:

• Fungal infection
• Penile candidiasis
• Viral infection
• Bacterial infection
• Dermatitis
• Eczema
• Psoriasis
• Sexually transmitted diseases
• Genital herpes
• Trichomoniasis
• Lichen sclerosis
• Reiter's syndrome - may cause urethritis and balanitis

Balanitis as a complication: Other conditions that might have Balanitis as a complication might be potential underlying causes of Balanitis. The list of conditions listing Balanitis as a complication in our database includes:

• Phimosis

Related information for causes of Balanitis: Further relevant information on causes of Balanitis may be found in the risk factors for Balanitis and underlying causes of Balanitis.
Last revision: May 26, 2003

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