A red male organ can be caused by a
range of factors, including balanitis, jock itch and plain old irritation from
friction. There is another cause, fortunately rare, that men may need to
consider, the aptly-named red sacks syndrome. Even men who regularly practice
exemplary male organ care may find themselves with this
unpleasant condition.
What it is
Red sacks syndrome, sometimes called
burning sacks syndrome, is a chronic disease which tends to affect men over 50
-- although it has been found in men of much younger ages as well. When a man
has red sacks syndrome, his sacks (and usually the base of the manhood) turn a
vivid shade of red. The redness is not usually accompanied by scaliness, but it
is usually associated with a burning sensation. The burning feeling can at
times be very intense.
In addition, the sacks and affected
parts of the member became quite tender to the touch. Sensitivity is
heightened, often to a painful degree.
Red sacks syndrome is classified as a
form of erythromelalgia (also called Mitchell’s disease), which is a vascular
pain disorder in which blood vessels become blocked, causing swelling and
inflammation.
Discomfort
Red sacks syndrome produces a
significant degree of discomfort in its victims. In addition to the burning and
tenderness, many men experience severe itchiness in the area. Because of the
tenderness, scratching the itch can cause pain. Persistent scratching may in
turn lead to skin peeling.
In some instances, the burning and
tenderness are such that the touch of fabric against the affected area can be
painful. Whether clothed or bare, sitting can be uncomfortable, as the sacks rub
against the man’s legs or the chair, and many men with the condition need to
sit near the front of a seat so that the sacks can hang over and not touch
anything.
While the red male organ issue
associated with the condition tends to be contained to the base of the member,
in some cases the redness does spread throughout the manhood. This also causes
significant issues, due to burning, itching and tenderness.
Men with red sacks syndrome often find
their sensual lives diminished, especially when the condition presents on large
portions of the manhood. The friction on the member associated with sensual
activity can be too painful for many; in turn, the movement of the sacks during
coupling and its contact with other body parts also results in a higher degree
of pain.
Causes
What causes red sacks syndrome? Doctors
really aren’t sure. Some factors which may be involved in triggering this
condition include the use of topical corticosteroids, fungal or bacterial
infections, and socially-transmitted infections.
With so little information on the
causes, doctors are also in the dark on other issues, such as why it tends to
occur more often in men over 50. Some believe that it may have something to do
with hormonal changes due to aging, but there is lack of research to
investigate this possibility.
Because the cause is unknown, some
doctors recommend that a man with this condition refrain from partner-based
sensual activity.
Treatment
Doctors tend to treat the symptoms
through familiar methods such as mild soaps and detergents, anti-fungal
medications and proper hygiene. In some cases, doxycycline may be recommended.
When red sacks syndrome
includes the presence of an unnaturally red male organ, men can find some
relief by regularly using a top notch male
organ health crème (health
professionals recommend Man1 Man Oil, which is clinically proven mild and safe
for skin) on the
member itself. A crème that already helps to relive normal manhood itching is
advised; those that promote moisturizing are best. If the crème contains both a
high-end emollient (such as Shea butter) and one of nature’s best hydrators
(such as vitamin E), relief from itching is likely. It’s also wise to
choose a crème with vitamin D, known widely as a “miracle vitamin.” The overall
health benefits associated with vitamin D can improve the general health of the
manhood, making it more likely to withstand dermatological issues.
Visit http://www.menshealthfirst.com for additional
information on most common member health issues, tips on improving manhood
sensitivity and what to do to maintain a healthy male organ. John Dugan is a
professional writer who specializes in men's health issues and is an ongoing
contributing writer to numerous websites.