Are Those Scabies on Your Member?: What They Are and How to Treat Them
by John Dugan OwnerAny time 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 if it’s scabies on
his member? Let’s look very closely–because they’re microscopic–at what midsection
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 midsection with small, pimply bumps that
take up residence around the entire reproductive area. This rash shows up in
between 4 to 6 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 scratches too much due to midsection 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 contact. 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 if it is
something else, see a doctor as soon as possible. In addition to a physical
exam, the doctor may take a small skin sample to review under a microscope. If
the doctor sees the mites and eggs, it’s midsection scabies.
Here are a few other things that 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 midsection
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
midsection 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 (if your vacuum uses one) 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 midsection 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 daily (multiples times if
needed) with warm water and a gentle cleanser. Rinse well and pat or air
dry. Apply a male organ health oil (health professionals
recommend Man 1 Man Oil, which
has been clinically proven safe and mild for skin) that has been created
expressly for delicate male member skin. Look for an oil 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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