What to do if the base of the genitals itch

The male genitals are also a relatively vulnerable area, so in daily life, we should also pay attention to the hygiene care of this area and clean it regularly. Especially after having sex, we must clean the penis well, otherwise it is easy to get some penis-related inflammation. However, some men have obvious itching at the base of the genitals. What is the root cause of this problem?

The penis is also called the penis. The penis is mainly composed of the glans penis (glans), the body penis, and the root penis. The root penis is the starting point of the penis. This part is more susceptible to invasion, and itching at the root penis is mostly caused by disease.

So what diseases can cause itching at the base of the male penis?

Itching at the base of the male penis is most likely caused by balanitis, which refers to inflammation of the inner layer of the foreskin and the glans of the penis. Balanitis is a common reproductive infection. Balanitis is generally divided into balanitis and glansitis, but because the two diseases often occur together, it is called penile balanitis.

In the early stage of balanitis, blisters, surface edema, and congestion can be seen on the foreskin and glans. The area around the urethra is red and there are wounds and erosions. It can develop into superficial ulcers with purulent secretions flowing out. The patient will feel itching or burning in the glans penis, followed by pain. After erosion, pus may flow and have a foul odor. In severe cases, there will also be symptoms such as fatigue, low fever, enlarged inguinal lymph nodes, and tenderness. If the patient does not take this disease seriously and allows it to develop, it will bring more harm. Therefore, patients with balanitis should go to a professional hospital for symptomatic treatment as soon as possible.