Many men who have an active sex life, at least once in their lives, have encountered diseases of the urogenital sphere. Clinical symptoms of such pathologies not only worsen well-being, but also have a negative effect on the general psychoemotional state of the stronger sex. Itching, as well as burning in the scrotum, may indicate the development of a variety of diseases, not only the genitourinary, but also other systems and organs.
Some representatives of the stronger sex do not make a similar complaint to the doctor because of constraint, but ignoring can cause the disease to progress and develop various kinds of complications. In this article, we will take a closer look at the reasons why itching and burning in the scrotum appear, as well as how to get rid of such an unpleasant symptom.
Non-pathological factors
If there is a burning sensation and itching of the skin on the scrotum, special attention should be paid to overall health, as well as to note the absence or presence of other symptoms. If a man has a burning sensation in the scrotum, but at the same time he feels great, he has no disturbances during urination, sexual intercourse, swelling or a rash in the intimate area, then most likely this will not be a symptom of some dangerous disease. The impact of certain certain factors of the external and internal environment can provoke such sensations. These should include the following.
Poor hygiene for your genitals
If you do not want to experience itching and burning in the scrotum, you should wash your penis, perineum, scrotum, and also the perianal area at least once a day. If you do not follow the rules of intimate hygiene, then subjectively unpleasant sensations in the form of severe itching may appear. In addition, an unpleasant odor may form in parallel with burning in the scrotum. The secretion of the sebaceous glands and sweat, accumulating, become an excellent environment for the reproduction and vital activity of harmful bacteria. All this will contribute to the development of infection.
Poor or inappropriate underwear
The skin in the groin area is very tender, so wearing underwear made of synthetic fabrics and with rough seams can lead to the formation of unpleasant symptoms. Too tight panties rub the skin, which is why a man has a burning sensation on the scrotum.
After shave irritation
Many modern representatives of the stronger sex use various methods of hair removal on the scrotum and pubis. Injury in the sensitive area provokes irritation, which is accompanied by itching. Burning and itching of the scrotum can occur after hair removal with a razor or special wax.
Allergy
An allergic reaction in the inguinal region in men can occur on the powder, which wash underwear. In addition, scrotal skin burning can occur even after using an inappropriate shower gel or soap. Quite often, allergic reactions accompany the contact of the skin of the scrotum and penis with fragrances and dyes. That is why hypoallergenic products must be used to care for your intimate area, and in the case of hand washing, underwear must be thoroughly rinsed.
Nutrition
The lack of trace elements and vitamins in the diet can also be expressed in the form of unpleasant symptoms. Most often, redness and burning of the scrotum is observed if the menu is dominated by a large amount of fatty foods, as well as fast food.
If you notice an unpleasant symptom in yourself, which is not accompanied by any other complaints, then, first of all, it is necessary to exclude the impact of these above factors. But if the situation does not change after this, then you need to seek help from a dermatovenerologist.
Pathological factors
There are many different diseases that are accompanied by itching and burning. If you have a similar complaint, then you should not immediately think about the development of an infectious pathology that is sexually transmitted. A burning sensation in the scrotum may appear with diseases of the skin, endocrine organs. The most common pathological conditions are those described below.
Pediculosis
The main symptom of this ailment is severe itching in the scrotum and pubis. The disease is provoked by infection with special pubic lice. In addition to the intimate areas, lice can also affect the armpit area, the area on the chest and beard. You can become infected with these lice during sexual contact, as well as in the case of sharing underwear, towels or washcloths. Itching is able to intensify at night, and with the progression of the disease, scratches form on the skin. In places of bites, small spots of pale blue or gray appear.
Herpetic lesion
Herpes virus most often people become infected through sexual contact. The cause of severe itching with herpes is the formation of a rash on the skin. It consists of vesicles that are located on hyperemic, slightly swollen skin. In addition to itching, a man may experience the soreness and burning sensation that is observed with the maturation of the neoplasm. After infection, these symptoms may not appear for a long time. The clinical picture is most often observed in case of hypothermia or against the background of some concomitant infection in a man.
Genital candidiasis
In case of infection with candida fungus in men, the head of the penis is mainly affected. But in rare cases, the spread of the pathological process can occur on the skin of the scrotum. The disease manifests itself in the form of a white coating on the edematous, hyperemic skin. The main complaints: burning, itching, soreness in the affected area. It is possible to become infected with candidiasis during intercourse. If the pathogen enters a healthy male body, candidiasis may not develop.
Psoriasis
The disease is severe among men, because it affects not only the physiological, but also the psycho-emotional sphere, since the appearance of the genitals is impaired. As a rule, symptoms are observed not only in the genital area, but also on the rest of the body. The main reason for the development of this pathology has not yet been clarified. It is believed that heredity, severe stress, and a malfunction in the immune system are a predisposing factor. With the disease, itchy red spots and peeling of the skin appear.
Chlamydia
This disease can be detected by frequent urination. And during this process, there is severe pain, burning in the scrotum.
Diagnostics
So, we have examined the possible causes of burning scrotum. The left and right areas in the intimate area may itch if any disease develops, or because of the action of simple physiological factors, which were discussed above. However, it is necessary to consult a dermatovenerologist if these symptoms persist or others have joined them.
Before treating a burning sensation in the scrotum, the doctor should examine the genitals, as well as conduct diagnostic procedures to identify the causative agent of a possible infection. If there is a suspicion of a herpetic lesion of the scrotum or candidiasis, a smear from the affected area is mandatory. The material is examined by ELISA or PCR, microscopic examination is carried out. If the man has other symptoms, such as increased urination, discharge from the urethra, impaired sexual function, it is also necessary to take a swab from the urethra, to make an ultrasound of the scrotum and prostate.
Treatment features
The key point in the treatment of itching and burning of the scrotum, which were provoked by the entry of some infectious agent into the male body, is the fight against the main pathogen. In case of herpes infection, special antiviral drugs of local and systemic effects are used. In most cases, specialists prescribe creams that contain acyclovir in their composition. In addition, "Acyclovir" in the form of tablets, which is used for oral administration, can be prescribed.
As for candidiasis, it is treated with antimycotic drugs. For systemic effects on the body, "Fluconazole" or "Ketoconazole" is prescribed. Locally used creams and ointments with imidazole derivatives. Dosage and duration of therapy are prescribed only by the attending physician. This will depend on the severity of the course of the disease.
Therapy of skin ailments is carried out comprehensively, this will depend on the severity and type of pathology. Symptomatic therapy is used to eliminate redness and itching. Immunomodulatory drugs, physiotherapy, and vitamins may also be prescribed. In the case of pubic lice, treatment is based on getting rid of hair in the groin area, as well as the perianal area. After this, the skin is treated with special means that are aimed at combating lice.