Prevent Jock Itch, Avoid Embarrassment
by John Dugan OwnerSure, it’s not uncommon for any man to occasionally need to
scratch his member. After all, an itch can occur anywhere on the body and
sometimes it can be so insistent that one has no choice but to scratch. But
getting caught relieving an itch on the manhood can be a cause of embarrassment
– at best, it gives the impression that one’s male organ care isn’t the best and
at worst it can make a guy seem like he’s so randy that he just can’t keep his
hands off himself. So when a man has a bad case of jock itch, the potential for
embarrassment zooms. Knowing how to prevent jock itch can help prevent
embarrassment.
About jock itch
Known medically as tinea cruris, jock itch is an unfortunately
common fungal infection. It’s a brother to athlete’s foot, except it occurs on
or around the male member. It presents as a red, flat rash that is clearer on
the inside than around the outer edges. As the name implies, it can itch like
crazy.
The name also implies that it is an ailment found primarily among
athletes, but in fact even sedentary gentlemen can come down with jock itch. As
a fungus, it grows more readily in areas that are dark and moist – so a sweaty
midsection is the ideal environment for it.
It’s very common for men to get jock itch, but it’s not a
dangerous condition. However, because it is inconvenient and embarrassing (and
because it can turn off potential sensual partners, as well as be easily passed
on to them), it pays to take steps to prevent it from occurring.
Prevention
There are several steps a guy can take to help avoid tinea cruris,
including:
- Wash regularly, especially after working out or engaging in a lot of physical
activity. Showering or at least washing the midsection, buttocks and thighs
when they get sweaty can help cleanse unwanted bacteria and fungus before they
have a chance to get started on developing an itchy situation. After washing,
be sure to dry the area very thoroughly.
- Air out the midsection. Especially during hot summer months, sweat accumulates
quickly and extensively in the midsection. If a guy lives alone (or with
sympathetic roommates), it can help to spend an hour or so pants-less and underwear-less
to help the area to dry out.
- Be careful with clothing. First, clean clothing is a must – especially underwear. A
guy must do the laundry regularly, so that he’s not having to wear pants or
underwear that have already been exposed to sweat and potential fungal growth.
And don’t wear a wet swimsuit for hours on end, as the moisture can encourage
fungal growth. In addition, a man should put on socks before underwear,
especially if he has athlete’s foot; putting underwear on first raises the chances
that the foot could touch the underwear and pass some fungus on to it.
- Watch the toweling. Speaking of athlete’s foot, a guy with this condition should
dry affected feet with a different towel than the one he uses to dry the rest
of the body (including the member) to avoid spreading it.
- Don’t share. Yes, as kids we’re taught to share – but draw the line when it
comes to jock itch. Never wear a friend’s underwear, even if it’s been washed,
and the same goes for socks. Pants may be okay if they are clean and he’s
tinea-free. And don’t use a towel that has not been laundered – especially at
the gym.
- If necessary, lose weight. Those who are obese tend to sweat more heavily, making their
midsections easier targets for jock itch.
Jock itch is a source of embarrassment, but it is easily
treatable. A healthy manhood responds to treatment better,
so regularly use a superior male organ health creme (health
professionals recommend Man 1 Man Oil, which is clinically proven mild and safe
for skin). A crème with moisturizing agents like shea butter and
vitamin E can help keep the skin healthier. Be sure the crème also contains
alpha lipoic acid, a potent antioxidant that fights damaging oxidative stress.
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