Every
man is quite familiar with the occasional itchy male organ problem. In most
cases the cause is quite simple, and getting a quick shower, washing the
sheets, or even changing underwear can be enough to end the problem right then
and there. Men who practice good manhood care always notice when something is not
quite ‘right’ where it matters.
So if a man wakes up with a terribly itchy male organ and looks
down to see redness as well, it is definitely not the usual kind of day. A man
who sees redness, itchiness, blotches on the skin and sensitivity or pain might
be suffering from a condition called intertrigo.
What is intertrigo?
Intertrigo is an unusual problem, but one that can lead to
itching, pain, redness and more in as little as a few hours. It is a spreading,
red rash that occurs anywhere skin rubs together. It usually happens in areas
of the body that are moist or very warm, such as between folds of skin, under
the arms, between the toes or even in the midsection. The skin will quickly
become red and irritated, and soon that leads to much more severe symptoms,
such as a spreading, blotchy rash.
Without proper care, intertrigo gets worse. The skin becomes more
sensitive and painful as time goes on, and might begin to develop red sores
that are quite warm and might even smell bad. Those sores can become worse very
quickly, and wind up oozing, cracking or bleeding.
What can be done about it?
A man who develops intertrigo on the manhood obviously has much
more to worry about than the itch. The first step to stopping the problem is to
give the body a thorough cleaning with lukewarm water. Spending a great deal of
time in the shower, letting the water run over the red spots, can help ease the
pain and itching.
Next, it is vitally important to dry off completely, and keep the
area as dry as possible. A man can ‘air out’ the area by wearing no clothes and
sitting in such a way that his manhood doesn’t touch his thighs. If he doesn’t
have the option of doing this, he can wear loose-fitting clothing and use
powder to prevent further friction in the affected area.
It is important to remember that as intertrigo gets worse, it can
lead to infections or invasions of bacteria and yeast in the affected area,
which then leads to even more problems. A man who is dealing with intertrigo
should watch for worsening symptoms and head to the doctor if necessary.
Fighting the problem with good hygiene
Good hygiene is the key to alleviating the itchy male organ and
other symptoms caused by this skin condition. A man should shower at least once
a day to clean the area, pat the skin dry very thoroughly, and air it out as
much as possible. During sleep, placing a thin piece of cotton fabric between
the thighs and the manhood can help keep the friction to a minimum, and using
powder will work when a man is wearing clothing.
Once the manhood begins to heal, a man can help ensure the best
possible health with a high-quality member
health crème (health
professionals recommend Man 1 Man Oil, which is clinically proven mild and safe
for skin). He should look for one that contains vitamin A, which is known
for odor-fighting properties, as well as alpha-lipoic acid, which fights
against the free radicals that can lead to early on signs of aging. Other
vitamins and nutrients, including vitamins C, D and B5 in a Shea butter base,
can provide many other powerful benefits. By applying a high-end crème every
day, a man can ensure he is keeping his manhood as healthy as possible.
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.