Sexual Health
Is pruritus of penis an infectious disease? Prevention of pruritus of penis starts from these six points
Post Date April, 15 2023
The penis is a private part of men, and itching will cause embarrassment and difficulty in sitting and standing for men, which will seriously affect men's life and work. Male penis pruritus may be a infectious diseases of the genitourinary system. It is recommended that the patient go to the hospital for diagnosis.
How is penis itching?
Acute superficial balanitis: non-infectious factors may cause pruritus of the penis, including local trauma, friction, stimulation of contraceptives, soap and detergent, and the local manifestations are puffy erythema, erosion, exudation and even bleeding. Secondary bacterial infection can suppurate and form ulcerative surface. Patients with pruritus of the penis may have obvious pain and movement inconvenience.
Eczema of scrotum: mainly manifested by red, swollen skin of scrotum, desquamation of exudate, severe itching, thickening and lichenization of scrotum skin after scraping, and serious consequences will be caused if not treated timely and effectively. Lice: lice have special hooked claws, which grasp the pubic pubic hair area and the skin around the anus. Their bite and the stimulation of salivary toxins will cause changes in local skin itching, folliculitis and eczema.
Male patients with pruritus of the vulva want to use cleaning and their own medicine to end the itching trouble, but not only can not change the itching symptoms, but also aggravate the itching symptoms. In addition, male genital pruritus can easily be complicated with other diseases of the genitourinary system if it is not cured for a long time
Most male patients with pruritus of the vulva attempt to end the problem of pruritus by washing or self-medication. However, not only can they not change the symptoms of pruritus, but some cases will aggravate the symptoms of pruritus. Male genital pruritus can not be cured for a long time, which is prone to other diseases of the urogenital system.
How to prevent itching in private parts
1. Pay attention to personal hygiene: men should pay attention to personal hygiene, often take a bath, wash sweat stains, dirt, bacteria, help keep fresh, pay attention to reduce the risk of itching in the life of couples, can reduce the probability of infection with lice and other sexually transmitted diseases.
2. Timely urination: after sexual life, attention should be paid to timely urination. Attention should also be paid to drinking water frequently to reduce urine concentration and bacterial reproduction.
3. Select appropriate underwear and pants: chemical fiber underwear rubs private parts, causing skin burden, poor sweat absorption, and easy to cause odor and itching. Select cotton underwear with strong water absorption, and wear tight jeans to rub private parts in summer, causing inflammation and itching symptoms. Wear breathable and comfortable loose cotton underwear and coat to keep the pudenda fresh and clean.
