Marty, for most males the term Balanitis is a generic term for irritation on the glans / head of the penis, and / or foreskin for uncircumcised males. I have grabbed some detail and posted it below from a reliable medical source.
Essentially, penile skin irritation has a causal agent, or a mixture of things that are causing it - most frequently causes are due to sexual activity, things that are deliberately applied to penile skin, such as skin cream and baby oil for masturbation, or accumulative irritation caused by long-term exposure to soap and other forms of body cleansers such as hair shampoo and shower gel, or again, a mixture of all these and potential additional sources.
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Here is the grabbed detail:
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Balanitis is an inflammation of the glans, or the head, of the penis, due to infection or another cause. Balanitis can be uncomfortable and sometimes painful, but it is not usually serious. It can be relieved with topical medication.
It is a common condition, affecting approximately 1 in every 25 boys and 1 in 30 uncircumcised males at some time in their life. Boys under the age of 4 years and uncircumcised men are at the highest risk, but it can happen at any age.
It is more likely if there is phimosis, a condition where the foreskin of the penis is too tight. When boys reach the age of 5 years, the foreskin becomes easy to retract, and the risk of balanitis falls.
Women can also have balanitis, as the term is used to describe an inflammation of the clitoris. However, this article will focus on the glans of the penis.
Treatments
Treatment for balanitis depends on the cause. In most cases, the doctor will advise on what substances to avoid, and give the patient information on hygiene.
Allergic reaction
Antifungal creams can treat balanitis caused by Candida.
If the inflammation appears to be due to an allergic reaction or irritant, the doctor may prescribe a mild steroid cream, such as one percent hydrocortisone, for the swelling.
An antifungal or antibiotic medication may also be prescribed. These may be available over-the-counter, or can be purchased online.
If there is an infection, the patient should not use a steroid cream on its own.
All soaps and other potential irritants should be avoided during treatment, and until signs and symptoms have completely gone.
Candida
Candida is a yeast infection. The doctor will prescribe an antifungal cream, such as clotrimazole or miconazole. The patient’s sex partner should also be treated. While treatment is underway, he should either abstain from sex or use a condom.
Bacterial infection
If there is a bacterial infection, the doctor will prescribe an antibiotic, such as erythromycin or penicillin.
If there is no infection and no irritant has been identified, the patient may be referred to a dermatologist, who specializes in skin conditions, or a genitourinary clinic.
If you are circumcised, I don’t think you have balanitis. I have never seen. You may have an allergy or seborrheic dermatitis. You should see a dermatologist for a better diagnosis.