When men experience itching in their private parts, it can make them feel restless and uncomfortable, which is very embarrassing. This can affect their normal work and life. There are many reasons that can cause itching in the private area, such as suffering from scrotal itching syndrome, allergic dermatitis, and scrotal dampness. It is important to actively identify the cause, seek targeted treatment, maintain local hygiene, and alleviate the itching sensation.
What can men do when they experience itching in their private parts?
1. Pay attention to hygiene
Men should focus on local cleanliness and hygiene to keep the area dry. Change and wash underwear frequently, and let it dry in the sun. Choose loose and breathable underwear. Keep away from high temperatures and humid environments to prevent scrotal dampness. Before going to bed, wash the area with clean water and pat dry with a towel.
2. Actively lose weight
When men are excessively obese, secretions and dirt can accumulate in the private area, leading to scrotal dampness. Engage in outdoor activities, adjust diet, avoid high-calorie and high-fat foods, manage weight actively, and avoid excessive obesity. Avoid prolonged sitting; stand up and move every hour of sitting for 10 minutes.
3. Adjust diet
Avoid smoking and drinking alcohol, stay away from spicy foods to prevent exacerbating local itching due to damp-heat. Eat a light and easily digestible diet, consume less raw and cold foods to avoid damaging the spleen and stomach causing scrotal dampness. Additionally, a lack of nutrition or nervous abnormalities can cause abnormal sweating of the scrotal glands. Consume more whole grains, fresh vegetables, and fruits, and supplement with vitamin B2 and vitamin B6.
4. Avoid wearing tight clothing
Choose loose and comfortable underwear, do not wear them too tight. Change underwear promptly after exercise and avoid prolonged use of tight jeans. When experiencing itching, cooperate with a doctor for treatment. Do not scratch or rub the area; do not use hot water for washing, avoid irritating the skin and keep the affected area dry.
5. Control sexual activity
According to age and physical strength, control sexual activity and avoid excessive frequency. Reduce masturbation. Maintain genital hygiene before and after sexual activity, avoid improper use of medications. Pay attention to sexual hygiene, avoid extramarital sexual activity, and if there is no need for reproduction, always use a condom to prevent sexually transmitted diseases. If there is phimosis or paraphimosis, seek timely surgical intervention to avoid foreskin glans infection.
Qujing Jiuzhou Hospital Reminder: When experiencing itching in the private area, do not use anti-itch medications indiscriminately. Mild cases can be relieved by improving unhealthy habits, such as keeping the scrotum area clean and dry, avoiding prolonged sitting, refraining from consuming spicy and cold foods, and maintaining local cleanliness and hygiene. In severe cases, ulcers may develop, and it is necessary to promptly identify the cause and use medications appropriately.
