Every guy experiences an itchy male organ at some time or another; for some guys, it can become a chronic situation. Since no man likes to be caught out in public furiously scratching his equipment, finding a way to stop the itching is important. Ensuring proper male organ health is essential to addressing the problem, but sometimes men also opt for manscaping.

To shave or not to shave

Does manscaping actually have an effect on an itchy male organ? It largely depends on who you ask. Some men swear that it makes no difference; others insist that it makes a huge one. Ultimately it seems to depend upon the individual.

So what are some of the pros and cons of taking a razor to the short hairs?

Pros

1. With no hair, the pelvic area is not quite as warm and so sweats somewhat less; what sweat there is doesn't collect in the hairs. A moist pelvic area is a breeding ground for bacteria, which can cause manhood itching.

2. Sometimes the way in which pelvic hair touches the male organ is the cause of the itching.

3. Hairs can become ingrown, which causes discomfort and encourages scratching.

4. The area can be easier to keep clean when there isn't a lot of hair in the way.

5. If one is using any lotions or ointments to relieve itching (or for any other reason), it is easier to apply them (and to apply them more smoothly and evenly) if the area is hairless.

6. Many men find that their male organs appear longer without a bush of hair surrounding them. (This, of course, has nothing to do with itching, but most men are happy to consider any option that adds to the appearance of their endowment.)

7. Some women are more likely to perform orally on a shaven male organ than on one that is surrounded by hair. (Again, this has nothing to do with itching, but most men are happy to consider any option that adds to the chance of receiving oral stimulation.)

Cons

1. A guy doesn't have to be John Wayne Bobbitt to feel uncomfortable with a razor swinging around his pelvic area.

2. When the pelvic area is shaved for the first time, it actually will itch more for the first day or so. In addition, when hairs start growing back in, they tend to add to the itch factor; as a result, it's necessary to keep the pelvic area regularly shaved in order to keep the itching at bay. Some men may find that this is too high maintenance for them.

3. A guy will need to use shaving cream and some men may find that their skin reacts negatively to the ingredients in the cream.

4. Clean-shaven men may find the sensation of a woman's pelvic hair brushing against their denuded member      during intimacy unfamiliar and uncomfortable. (Others may find that exciting; still others may have a partner with a shaved pelvic area and therefore may not consider this an issue.)

5. While more and more men opt for a sleek look, it may still make one feel self-conscious when walking around the locker room.

As noted above, to shave or not to shave is a matter of personal preference. Whether one shaves or stays hairy, it's a good idea to respond to chronic pelvic area itch by making sure that no disease is causing it; seeing if switching body soap or laundry detergent can make a difference; checking that nothing in the diet is causing an allergic reaction; and keeping the male organ moisturized and in good general health.

One recommendation for fighting an itchy male organ is to consistently use a male organ health cream (health professionals recommend Man 1 Man Oil).  It's a good idea to look for a cream with shea butter, a natural extract from the fruit of the shea tree, which helps heal dermatological issues.  Those with vitamin E can also help protect against irritated manhood skin; a cream that also includes vitamin A is even better, as that ingredient has anti-bacterial qualities that are a bonus.

For additional information on most common male organ health issues, tips on improving male organ sensitivity, and what to do to maintain a healthy male organ, visit: http://www.man1health.com. John Dugan is a professional writer who specializes in men's health issues and is an ongoing contributing writer to numerous online web sites.