Are Those Scabies on Your Member: What They Are and How to Fix It
by John Dugan OwnerAnytime a man sees a rash
on his junk, it is cause for alarm, even if it’s not a severe cause. However,
how can a man tell whether he just has a harmless rash or scabies on his
member? Let’s look very closely, because they’re microscopic, at what genital scabies
are, how to tell if you have them, how to get rid of them, and then how to
prevent them in the future.
Scabies on the member: Definition and Symptoms
Scabies is a highly contagious, itchy rash on the member caused
by microscopic mites called Sarcoptes scabiei. The first major sign of
infection is intense itchiness in the genital area with small, pimply bumps
that take up residence around the entire reproductive area. This rash shows up
in between four to six weeks after a man is infested with these itty-bitty
bugs, which is how long it takes them to bury into the skin and lay eggs. The
rash is actually an allergic reaction to the mites. They sometimes leave tracks
on the skin where they bury themselves.
Itching can worsen at night, and a man can also open himself up
to secondary infections if he itches too much due to genital scabies.
Scabies on the member: Transmission and Diagnosis
Scabies is highly contagious. It is spread most often through
skin-to-skin contact, such as during sensual mutual pleasure. A man can also
get scabies if he comes in contact with infected bedding and clothing, though
this is much less common.
To see if the rash is scabies on the member or something else,
see a doctor as soon as possible. In addition to a physical exam, the doctor
may also take a small skin sample to review under a microscope. If the doctor
sees the mites and eggs, it’s genital scabies.
Here are a few other things which cause an itchy rash if it’s
not scabies on the member:
- Folliculitis
- Lice
- Eczema
- Contact Dermatitis
- Chancroid
- Flea bites
- Syphilis
Scabies on the Member: Treatment
There are several ways your doctor may opt to treat genital
scabies. You may be encouraged to take hot showers and baths each day. The
doctor also may prescribe a topical ointment or steroid cream in addition to
antibiotics or antihistamines to reduce the chances of infection and clear the
genital scabies faster.
To stop scabies on the member from spreading, wash all towels,
bedding, and clothing in hot water that’s at least 122 degrees Fahrenheit
followed by drying on high heat for no less than 10 minutes. Vacuum things that
can’t be washed, such as carpets and your mattress. Then be sure to clean the
vacuum with bleach after disposing of the bag to kill any leftover mites as
they can live up to 72 hours after leaving the body.
Of course, limit skin-to-skin contact and activities while
healing.
Scabies on the member: Prevention
The simplest way to prevent genital scabies is to practice
abstinence or safe intimacy. Don’t’ share towels or clothing with others. If
you see the beginning of a rash, get it looked at fast to try to stop the
spread.
Another way to prevent scabies is the practice of good member
hygiene. Be sure to wash the member thoroughly either daily (multiples times if
needed) with warm water and a gentle cleanser. Rinse well and pat or air dry. Apply
a male organ health creme (health professionals
recommend Man 1 Man Oil, which
has been clinically proven safe and mild for skin) that has been
created expressly for delicate genital skin. Look for a crème with vitamin A to
protect against bacteria and infection, as well as other vitamins and nutrients
to fortify and calm irritated skin.
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