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What Causes Itching In The Testicles?
MY Testicles(BALLS) are always very itchy for quit some time now its extreme because of this there is lot of cuts in my balls were a bit of blood comes which dermatologist to visit in Bangalore, i have already visited urologist he said no problem with pines
Fri, 12 Apr 2019
Hi,
That area is warm and moist so sweats a lot.
Our lifestyle habits can also make a difference. Try these tips to stop the itching:
Wash your groin daily, and dry the area thoroughly: This is probably the most important step you can take to keep your groin healthy. Fungi thrive in warm, moist and airless areas of the body like your groin. By keeping it dry, you’re preventing the fungi from multiplying and causing an infection.”
Change your underwear daily: “When you wear unwashed underwear, the fungi present may multiply within the skin flakes which can also cause a fungal infection.”
Use your own towel in the gym: Most gyms provide clean towels that are frequently washed. So make sure you pick a fresh towel after a workout and avoid sharing towels with your gym buddy. Wear a pair of slippers in the communal bathroom. Fungus on the floor may cause an infection of the feet that can spread to the groin.
Use fragrance-free soaps: Your itch could simply be a reaction to certain soaps. Avoid medicated soaps and bubble bath.
If it continues, instead of scratching the affected area (and causing a superimposed infection), it is important to revisit a doctor to get the correct diagnosis and the appropriate treatment. Tinea cruris (dermatophyte infection – a kind of fungal infection also called jock itch) needs to be excluded again. This is an itchy, irritable rash in the groin area that mostly affects men and typically associated with sweating and tight clothing.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. AJEET SINGH, General & Family Physician
That area is warm and moist so sweats a lot.
Our lifestyle habits can also make a difference. Try these tips to stop the itching:
Wash your groin daily, and dry the area thoroughly: This is probably the most important step you can take to keep your groin healthy. Fungi thrive in warm, moist and airless areas of the body like your groin. By keeping it dry, you’re preventing the fungi from multiplying and causing an infection.”
Change your underwear daily: “When you wear unwashed underwear, the fungi present may multiply within the skin flakes which can also cause a fungal infection.”
Use your own towel in the gym: Most gyms provide clean towels that are frequently washed. So make sure you pick a fresh towel after a workout and avoid sharing towels with your gym buddy. Wear a pair of slippers in the communal bathroom. Fungus on the floor may cause an infection of the feet that can spread to the groin.
Use fragrance-free soaps: Your itch could simply be a reaction to certain soaps. Avoid medicated soaps and bubble bath.
If it continues, instead of scratching the affected area (and causing a superimposed infection), it is important to revisit a doctor to get the correct diagnosis and the appropriate treatment. Tinea cruris (dermatophyte infection – a kind of fungal infection also called jock itch) needs to be excluded again. This is an itchy, irritable rash in the groin area that mostly affects men and typically associated with sweating and tight clothing.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. AJEET SINGH, General & Family Physician
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