What causes red testicles in men?

If a man's testicles are red, he should pay attention to what is going on. Is it a scrotal skin disease caused by fungal infection, such as dermatitis, or eczema, because these diseases usually cause redness of the testicles.

1. Ringworm

It is a scrotal skin disease caused by fungal infection, which is often associated with tinea pedis in other parts of the patient's skin. The skin of the affected scrotum becomes red, with papules or blisters, followed by desquamation. The affected area often shows annular damage and is severely itchy.

The prevention and treatment method is to apply anti-tinea ointment such as Kangjian Rensheng Dakning Cream, Pikangwang, Clotrimazole Ointment, etc. to the affected area (strongly irritating tinea ointments should not be used), and at the same time treat tinea in other parts of the body such as tinea hands, tinea feet, tinea cruris, etc. to prevent reinfection after recovery.

Generally speaking, as long as you do a good job of local hygiene and ensure ventilation, it will be fine. If you accidentally suffer from a "hidden" scrotal skin disease, you should pay attention to the following points:

First, we must eliminate the emotions of tension and fear, and never equate it with sexually transmitted diseases to avoid adding to our worries.

Second, we must abandon the mentality of "hiding the disease and treating it in secret", do not be deceived by quack doctors or false advertisements, or abuse drugs on your own initiative. We should go to a regular hospital's dermatology department for examination and treatment.

Third, we should enhance self-protection awareness, wear soft, absorbent, and breathable loose underwear, change and wash it frequently, and try to avoid scratching the scrotum when it itches, so as not to scratch the skin and cause infection and aggravate the damage. Fourth, we should improve the diet structure, eat less spicy foods such as chili peppers, and abstain from alcohol, especially strong alcohol.

2. Dermatitis

It is a common scrotal skin disease, which may be caused by a lack of B vitamins in the diet. Its symptoms include skin flushing, exudation, peeling, and even blisters, which are painful and itchy.

The main preventive measures are to eat more fresh fruits, vegetables and whole grains, and 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.

3. Eczema

It is a common scrotal skin disease, mainly caused by sweat and dirty 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 skin-lightening ointment, triamcinolone acetonide and urea ointment to the affected area after cleaning, 1-2 times a day.