What causes itchy glans in men?

The glans penis is a very important male reproductive organ. Men must take good care of it in their daily lives. Itching of the glans penis is the most common problem. So what is the reason for the itching of the glans penis in men? Let's take a look at the reasons for the itching of the glans penis in men.

What is the reason why boys’ glans itches?

1. Balanitis

Itching of the glans penis is common in male balanitis, which can be infectious or non-infectious. The main causes of infectious diseases are trichomonas, mycoplasma, chlamydia and other bacteria. The main cause of infectious diseases is the long foreskin. The secretions of the foreskin cannot be eliminated immediately, resulting in urine scale and irritation. In the early stage, symptoms such as glans erythema and itching will appear. In more serious cases, rupture and exudate may occur. It is recommended to check and confirm the cause of the disease as soon as possible and treat it with medication.

Supplement Candida albicans

Generally, the symptoms of this type of male glans itching are that the foreskin is too long and erythema can be seen on the glans penis. The surface is smooth and there are small blisters. The edges of the erythema are clear. In subacute onset, there will be erosion and exudate.

Negative ring disruptive

This is also the reason why men commonly suffer from glans itching, which is specifically manifested on the glans penis and the foreskin is too long. Red spots can be seen, which gradually expand and become ring-shaped, and may produce atrophic purulent spots.

Subacute atrophic full-term

It is a more common cause of itchy glans penis in men. Generally, the initial symptoms are partial redness, redness and swelling of the male genital skin, and a burning and itchy glans penis. When the foreskin is opened, the foreskin and glans penis are bloody and eroded, with exudate or even bleeding. After secondary infection, small ulcers and a foul-smelling milky white purulent secretion can be seen.

2. Long foreskin

Difficult sexual intercourse, itching of the glans penis, adhesion of the foreskin, and organic premature ejaculation.

3. Itching

Itching of the skin, perianal area, scrotum, and groin.

4. Proliferative erythema

Itching ulcers, superficial ulcers on male genitals, itching and stickiness on the glans penis.

5. Sexual organ candidiasis

The mucous membrane has adhesive leukoplakia, and the vaginal opening is red, swollen, hot and painful.

6. Pomoid papulosis

Papules, itching of the glans penis, and itching of the perianal area.

7. Unclean sex life

During sexual intercourse, if infected with some bacteria, the glans penis may also become itchy. Male friends must pay attention to this, as it may develop into balanitis and harm men's health.

The key consideration for glans itching in daily life is that it is caused by balanitis. Generally, patients with glans itching are due to bacterial infection, humid climate, and lack of attention to their own hygiene.

What are the harms of balanitis?

1. Reproductive health

Balanitis can easily lead to inflammation of prostatitis, orchitis, epididymitis, ejaculatory duct and other organs. If it is not treated promptly and effectively, the combined infection will cause great harm to reproductive health.

2. Urinary system diseases

Balanitis can also easily cause urogenital system infections, which are commonly seen in cystitis, nephritis, pyelonephritis, etc. Especially in patients with chronic balanitis that is not treated well, it is most likely to cause urogenital diseases. Acute symptoms can be seriously life-threatening if left untreated.

3. Sexual dysfunction

During the period of foreskin and glans inflammation, the sexual magnetic induction nerves of the glans are in a critical stage. Coupled with the damage caused by inflammation, it is very easy to have premature ejaculation during sexual intercourse, and long-term sex can cause impotence.

4. Infertility

Because the long-term stimulation of the inflammatory factor on the regulation of urinary sperm and sexual sensation, as well as the inflammatory secretions hidden in the foreskin, enter the vagina together with the semen during sexual intercourse, reducing the quality of semen and destroying sperm and eggs, leading to the occurrence of male infertility.

5. Premature ejaculation

Dry balanoposthitis is a serious pathological damage of balanoposthitis. It not only destroys the normal physiological structure of the glans penis, but also affects the appearance and sexual intercourse of couples. It is a common factor of premature ejaculation.

What is the reason for the itching of the glans penis in boys? The above is the summary for reference only. In addition, it is suggested that those with itchy glans penis can take roxithromycin orally, and cooperate with potassium permanganate solution for cleaning. It is recommended to clean the foreskin and glans penis frequently to keep the foreskin cavity clean and dry. If there is a long foreskin or the foreskin is too long, a circumcision should be performed.