Balanitis is an inflammation of the glans, or head, of the penis. It is not a sexually transmitted disease (STD) in the strict sense, but certain causes of balanitis can be related to sexual activity and STDs.

Balanitis can occur due to a variety of factors, including poor hygiene, skin conditions like eczema, allergies to certain soaps or detergents, and infections. While not all cases of balanitis are sexually transmitted, some can be caused by STDs such as gonorrhea or chlamydia, particularly if there is a discharge present along with the inflammation.

It's important to note that while balanitis itself is not an STD, if it is caused by an STD, then the individual would be at risk of transmitting the underlying STD to a sexual partner if they engage in unprotected sex.

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Although the actual disease balanitis usually is not transferred to other males, the organisms causing balanitis may be transferred. Since some of the bacteria, fungi, or viruses that cause balanitis are contagious, balanitis could be considered "contagious" under special conditions (such as balanitis caused by STDs).read more >>