balanitis

Balanitis is inflammation of the glans penis. When the foreskin is also affected, it is termed balanoposthitis.Balanitis on boys still in diapers must be distinguished from redness caused by ammoniacal dermatitis. The word is from the Greek βάλανος balanos, literally 'acorn', hence from similarity of shape 'glans penis'.

Symptoms can include:

First signs – small red erosions on the glans

Redness of the foreskin

Other rashes on the head of the penis

Foul smelling discharge

Painful foreskin and penis ...