A manhood rash can make a man simply miserable. The skin feels
tight, raw and itchy, and giving in to the urge to scratch can make the problem
worse. Without the proper kind of male
organ care, a rash can also grow and spread.
A doctor might need to help if a rash is particularly severe
(and should diagnose the cause). But mild rashes often respond well to simple
treatments a man can apply at home. Here are five great options for itchy guys
to try.
1) Keep it Cool
Sitting under a heat lamp, laying out in the sun or relaxing in
front of the fireplace can all make a man's itchy lap feel worse. That's
because warm temperatures tend to make the blood flow faster, and that can kick
up the urge to itch.
Using cooling treatments, on the other hand, can slow the blood
flow down. That means there are fewer inflammatory chemicals at work, and
relief might quickly follow. Using an icepack wrapped up in a towel can help,
as can sitting in front of a fan. Anything a man can do to keep his tissues on
the cool side should help with an itch.
2) Soak Skin in Oatmeal
While cool temps work best for rashes, a warm bath can sometimes
provide relief, especially when the water is infused with oatmeal. This one ingredient
contains elements that block itchy sensations, and the bath might help the skin
to heal, so the rash begins to fade away.
Drugstores and pharmacies sell bath products that are filled
with oatmeal, and they may be good options to try. Or, a guy can pour a cup of
oatmeal into a clean sock and use that sock in place of soap in a traditional
bath.
3) Try an Antihistamine
In addition to baths and cool packs, medications may also point
the way to relief. Specifically, taking an over-the-counter antihistamine could
be an excellent step for some men.
Antihistamines work at the cellular level, blocking specific
chemical reactions that lead to the urge to scratch. As an added bonus, many of
these medications also make people feel a little relaxed and sleepy, so they
might be more inclined to ignore the tickles coming from the groin.
4) Wear Loose, Cotton Clothing
The clothes a man wears can also have an impact on the health of
his skin and the deep-down urge he feels to scratch an itch. Clothes made of
synthetic fibers (like polyester) tend to trap moisture and heat close to the
skin, which means that they can make a rash much worse. Cotton clothes, on the
other hand, have tiny pores that allow the moisture and heat to escape into the
air, and that might make an itch easier to manage.
When a man has a manhood rash, the clothing that covers his lap
should be made of cotton. He should also avoid putting on additional,
itch-producing clothing, including:
- Waterproof pants
- Plastic athletic cups
- Nylon swimsuits
- Latex barriers
Basically, nothing should stand between a man's skin and the
open air, aside from a layer of cotton. Adding anything at all to the mix could
make an itch worse.
Keep the Skin Moist
Itchy skin tends to be dry, and the top layer of that inflamed
skin can flake away each time a man succumbs to the urge and gives those
tissues a good scratching.
Using a lotion is vital, as these products seal in moisture, so
wounded tissues have the opportunity to heal. Quality products also contain
vitamins that skin needs in order to knit back together properly.
A male organ
health cream (health
professionals recommend Man1 Man Oil) can help. These products contain male
organ-specific vitamins that a man needs, with no perfumes or harsh ingredients
that can make a rash worse. It's the perfect product for the male organ.
Visit
http://www.menshealthfirst.com
for additional information on most common male organ health issues, tips on
improving organ sensitivity and what to do to maintain a healthy member. John
Dugan is a professional writer who specializes in men's health issues and is an
ongoing contributing writer to numerous websites.