What causes itching around the testicles?

Itching around the testicles is a very embarrassing thing, and it can be said to be a secret that men cannot tell. Especially in summer, many male friends are more likely to have itching around the testicles. For example, lack of vitamin B2, high temperature of the genitals or fungal infection may cause different degrees of testicular itching, especially around the testicles. At the same time, due to the sensitivity of the site of occurrence, many male friends dare not tell their families, so what are the causes of itching around the testicles?

(1) It is more common in those who do manual labor, especially in the summer, when the genitals are hot, sweaty, damp, and poorly ventilated. The scrotal skin is stained by sweat and rubbed by underwear, causing itching. Wearing tight jeans or non-absorbent, non-breathable nylon underwear can also cause this condition.

(2) Riboflavin (vitamin B2) deficiency can lead to scrotitis. The scrotum will show changes such as erythema, dryness, scaling, papules and scabs, accompanied by itching. At the same time, angular cheilitis, glossitis and oral ulcers may also occur.

(3) Scrotitis caused by fungi, such as candidal scrotitis and tinea cruris involving the scrotum, can cause scrotal itching.

(4) Neurodermatitis, eczema, etc. in the scrotal area may cause itching.

In summary, general scrotal itching is not a STD. As long as there is no history of sexual promiscuity, genital ulcers or growths, urethral discharge, etc., there is no need to worry about STDs. People with scrotal itching should wear loose cotton underwear and outer pants to allow ventilation of the genitals and keep the scrotum dry. Pay attention to local hygiene and wash it every day. If itching is obvious, do not scratch it or use boiling water. If there are various local damages, go to the hospital for diagnosis and treatment. The male scrotum is hidden, the skin is delicate, the local area is not ventilated, the humidity is high, and the hot weather makes it stained with sweat and damp, which makes it very easy to develop various skin diseases. Dermatitis is a common scrotal skin disease, which may be caused by a lack of B vitamins in the diet. Its symptoms include skin redness, exudation, peeling, and even blisters, which are painful and itchy. The main preventive measures are to eat more fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole grains to supplement nutrients such as vitamin B2 and B6. After the onset of the disease, the skin of the affected area should be kept clean, and zinc oxide ointment can be applied. Eczema is a common scrotal skin disease, which is mainly caused by sweat and unclean stimulation. It manifests as redness, swelling, blisters, exudation, scabs, and even thickening and roughness, which is extremely itchy. The treatment method is to take antihistamines such as promethazine and astemizole orally, and apply a light skin ointment or triamcinolone urea ointment to the affected area after cleaning, 1-2 times a day. Ringworm is a scrotal skin disease caused by fungal infection, which is often associated with other parts of the patient's skin ringworm. The skin of the affected scrotum is flushed, with papules or blisters, followed by dandruff. The affected area often has annular damage and is very itchy. The prevention and treatment method is to apply anti-tick ointment such as Dakning Cream, Pikangwang, Clotrimazole ointment, etc. to the affected part (strongly irritating anti-tick ointment should not be used), and treat the tinea in other parts of the body such as hand tinea, foot tinea, and thigh tinea, etc., to prevent reinfection after recovery. After suffering from the "unspeakable" scrotal skin disease, first, eliminate the tension and fear, and never compare it with sexually transmitted diseases to avoid adding worries. Second, abandon the mentality of "hidden disease and hidden treatment", do not be deceived by quack doctors and false advertisements or abuse drugs on your own initiative, and go to a regular hospital's dermatology specialist for examination and treatment. Third, we should enhance self-protection awareness, wear soft, water-absorbent, and breathable loose underwear, and change and wash them frequently. If the scrotum is itchy, try to avoid scratching it as much as possible to avoid scratching the skin and causing infection and worsening the damage. Fourth, improve the diet structure, eat less spicy foods such as chili peppers, and avoid alcohol, especially strong alcohol. Men's scrotal skin is very loose, thin, and very sensitive. If you are often in a hot, humid, and airtight environment, and your legs rub against each other when walking, it is easy to develop eczema and obvious itching. The main symptom of scrotal eczema is unbearable "itching", especially when you take off your pants and come into contact with the cooler temperature in a hot and humid environment, which makes people want to scratch it. But once the skin is scratched, it is very easy to get infected, and then the skin becomes thicker and thicker, and the skin becomes thicker and thicker, which makes people want to scratch again, forming a vicious cycle. At present, the best treatment for scrotal eczema is to use ointment containing hormones, but the most important thing is to cooperate with the doctor's diagnosis and treatment after the disease.

Do not try to resist the urge to scratch, otherwise the affected area will be constantly irritated, which will only reduce the effectiveness of the treatment and may even lead to frequent recurrences. To improve this itching symptom, the most important thing is to keep the affected area dry. Do not wear underwear that is too tight.

, be sure to clean the seams when taking a bath, and keep them dry after taking a bath.