Stopping That Manhood Itch: When Thrush is Not Just a Female Problem
Men and women often divide themselves into two camps,
especially when it comes to health. Some conditions are simply considered ‘a
female problem’ while others are seen as ‘a male problem.’ This is quite true
when it comes to thrush, also known as yeast infections. Thrush is
unfortunately so common for women that many pharmaceutical companies do booming
business in over-the-counter treatments.
But here’s a surprise: Thrush can affect men as well. In
fact, men can wind up with all the same symptoms that women suffer from,
including the discharge, redness and itching. In most cases, excellent manhood care can help ensure that thrush isn’t a
common problem; however, sometimes there are reasons a man gets a yeast
infection that has nothing to do with hygiene.
Why does thrush happen?
The reasons for thrush might surprise you. The most
common way a man contracts thrush is through intimate activity with someone who
already has the condition. Since these infections can be passed back and forth
between partners, it is a good idea for both partners to be treated. Keep in
mind that someone can have an overgrowth of Candida – the yeast fungus that
leads to thrush infections – and not yet show symptoms.
Men might also develop thrush without any sensual
activity at all. This spontaneous overgrowth of yeast is usually caused by
something in the body going wrong. The most common problem often turns out to
be uncontrolled diabetes, as high blood sugar creates the right environment for
an overgrowth of fungus. A man who suddenly has a yeast infection for no
apparent reason definitely needs to be checked out by the doctor.
There are a few other surprising reasons why thrush might
suddenly grow on the manhood. Not drying the genital area thoroughly after
bathing leaves a great deal of moisture in a covered and dark area, providing
the perfect breeding ground for bacteria. Even a day-to-day diet of wheat-based
products, including beer, and high-sugar foods can make a person more
susceptible to Candida overgrowth.
A failing immune system can lead to thrush. Ironically
enough, antibiotics can also cause the problem. That’s because antibiotics
don’t discriminate between the various maladies they treat and the good
bacteria in the body – both wind up being destroyed. This means that the good
bacteria that prevents and overgrowth of Candida is no longer there, and the
result is thrush.
Finally, improper hygiene might be a culprit. Any manhood
skin infection can be caused by inadequate cleaning, and manhood itch is a very
common issue for men who skip even one shower. Always take care to cleanse the
genital area very well, but avoid using harsh soaps or abrasives to do so, as
those can irritate the skin and make it more hospitable to thrush development.
What to do about thrush
Men who are dealing with the manhood itch and annoyance
of thrush have a few good options available. A yeast infection definitely must
be diagnosed and treated by a doctor, so any manhood itch that doesn’t go away,
especially if it is accompanied by redness and discharge, should be checked
out. Abstain from intimate activities with a partner until the thrush is
completely gone.
In the future, take care to
stay scrupulously clean, and always use a high-quality manhood health crème (health professionals
recommend Man 1 Man Oil) after
showering. A good manhood crème will include numerous vitamins that are known
for skin-soothing and healing, as well as a powerful emollient, such as Shea
butter, to keep skin supple and smooth. Keep in mind that these crèmes cannot
be used to treat thrush, but they are definitely a first-line tool against
dealing with the annoying manhood itch of thrush in the future.
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