What causes itching in the male genitals?

In life, many men will think they have a sexually transmitted disease once they experience genital itching, and start to suspect that their partner is cheating on them or worry that one of their female partners is not doing well. In fact, these are all misunderstandings. There are many reasons for male genital itching, such as allergic dermatitis or sexually transmitted diseases such as pubic lice, which may also cause this symptom. It is recommended to go to the hospital for examination.

1. Causes of itching in male genitals

1. Allergic dermatitis

Some men will experience allergic reactions in their genitals after wearing synthetic pants, using condoms or contraceptive creams. They will experience intermittent severe itching and feel very uncomfortable. When this happens, you should stop using the relevant items immediately and avoid using them in the future. You can also use camphor ointment, skin-softening ointment, etc.

2. Pubic lice

Pubic lice are one of the sexually transmitted diseases. Pubic lice use their mouthparts to pierce the skin and suck blood in the area where they parasitize. After sucking blood, the mouthparts remain in the skin, so the area is painful and itchy. During treatment, apply the alcohol extract of the Chinese medicine Stemona officinalis locally. Generally, it will be cured after 1 week of application. At the same time, sexual life should be stopped, and underwear, bed sheets, and quilts should be boiled frequently.

2. Is it true that a man is sick if this thing appears in his genitals?

1. Non-gonococcal urethritis: Non-gonococcal urethritis is mostly caused by mycoplasma and chlamydia infection, which are urogenital infections. Mycoplasma and chlamydia infection will cause urethral itching, burning sensation or painful urination. A few patients will have symptoms of urogenital tract inflammation such as frequent urination, mild redness and swelling of the urethral orifice, and thin secretions.

2. Gonorrhea: In the early stage, the patient's urethra will be red and swollen, and will feel itching and mild tingling, and a small amount of thin transparent mucus will flow out. After 24 hours, the patient's symptoms will worsen, and the patient's urethra will be red and swollen, with dark yellow or yellow

Green sticky secretions appear. If not treated at this time, although the patient's symptoms will be alleviated, other complications may occur.

3. What to do if men have genital odor?

The odor in men's genitals is mostly caused by scrotal inflammation and glans infection. Wash it every day. If the foreskin is long, it needs to be removed surgically. Change underwear frequently. If there is inflammation, you can take oral anti-inflammatory drugs.

Avoid acidic, cold and irritating foods during treatment. Maintain a happy mood and actively cooperate with the treatment. Exercise more appropriately to strengthen your physical fitness. Pay attention to personal hygiene and exercise more to improve your body's immunity.

4. 10 unspeakable secrets of men’s private parts

1. Redness and swelling behind the “diamond” – epididymitis

Causes and consequences: The epididymis is located around the posterior edge of the testicles, where sperm is temporarily stored after production. Epididymitis is common in people around 30 years old, and is mostly caused by bacterial infection of the urinary tract that has not healed, causing the bacteria to enter the epididymis through the lumen of the vas deferens.

It often occurs with posterior urethritis, prostatitis, seminal vesiculitis, etc. The site can be unilateral or bilateral, and the onset time can be acute or slow.

Your examination: If this happens, your entire scrotum is red, swollen, hot, and painful, and it is very sensitive to the touch, and there is burning pain when you urinate in the toilet. And your scrotum is still painful when you are still, but the pain will be relieved when you lie on your back.

Doctor's treatment: Prescribe antibiotics to relieve acute pain. Then apply cold compress to the testicles and raise them at the same time, you can put a rolled up sock or medical gauze underneath. If you don't know how to put it on yourself, you can wear a fixed briefs - it can also reduce the discomfort and swelling of the spermatic cord.

To prevent recurrence: Although men are much less likely to get urinary tract infections than women, once they occur, the consequences can be serious. If you have a burning sensation when urinating, you must see a doctor immediately.

2. Bacteria erode the "diamond" - orchitis

Causes and consequences: Most cases are caused by direct spread of epididymitis to the testicles, which is caused by bacteria. Acute orchitis in children is usually caused by the mumps virus.

Your examination: Bacterial erosion is very similar to epididymitis, but the redness and heat of the testicles are not so obvious or strong. At this time, you can clearly see that one or both testicles are swollen, and it hurts when you press it. Your scrotal skin also begins to become red and swollen, and it still feels hot to the touch.

Doctor's treatment: Since severe orchitis can cause loss of fertility, doctors will use antibiotics in addition to painkillers; cold compresses should also be applied to the testicles. If doctors do not properly treat the acute stage, bacterial orchitis can form abscesses or develop into chronic orchitis.

To prevent recurrence: Children can be vaccinated against mumps.