Medical condition involving inflammation of the glans penis, usually caused by infection, irritation, or poor hygiene.
From Greek 'balanos' (glans) plus '-itis' (inflammation). This medical term entered English from Greek medical vocabulary to precisely name a specific inflammatory condition.
The '-itis' ending appears in hundreds of medical conditions (bronchitis, arthritis, appendicitis)—doctors use it because it instantly tells you 'inflammation' is happening, making diagnosis communication fast and clear.
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