What causes testicle itch? treatment to heal it

A fairly common cause of itchy and itchy testicles is a yeast infection . This infection, medically known as candidiasis , is one of the most widespread sexually transmitted diseases in the world, caused by the spread of the Candida Albicans fungus.

Although it is true that it is a much more common contagion among women, since the vagina offers the right temperature and humidity conditions for this fungus to develop, the reality is that we must not forget that candidiasis is contagious to men . Almost all of the time, the vast majority of infections occur through sexual contact , however, it is also possible that it is due to poor body hygiene. If candidiasis is not treated, a man can develop into balanitis , the inflammation of the glans penis.

If you can’t find the reason for the itchy testicles, one of the first things to consider is the possibility that it is an allergic reaction. There are materials or products that, in contact with the skin of the scrotum – which is especially sensitive – can cause allergic reactions and cause itching in the testicles, redness and swelling.

The materials that can cause allergies to the skin of the testicles are:

• Gels and shampoos.
• Deodorants
• Underwear fabric.
• Towel fabric.
• Allergy to latex from condoms.

On the other hand there are people who say; My testicles itch and I have nothing . In these cases, we should not worry excessively, especially if the itch disappears. It may have been a small contact dermatitis or rubbing with underwear that caused an itch that should disappear as it arrived.

Crabs are a type of insects with characteristics very similar to those of lice that usually inhabit pubic hair, in addition to other areas of the body. Crabs pass from one person to another when there is direct contact , usually during sexual intercourse, that is why the spread of crabs is considered an STD.

It must be clarified that crabs are not serious for health, in fact they do not represent any danger, however they cause very annoying symptoms that can hinder the day-to-day of the person. These insects spend most of their time in the hair and only go down to the surface of the skin to feed ¹ , causing the first and most notorious symptom of crabs : itching of the testicles and anus . In addition to this very intense itch, crabs also cause:

• Nits or crabs are seen in pubic hair.
• Irritability.

In the following FastlyHealarticle we will talk more in depth about crabs or pubic lice: causes, symptoms and treatment .

The escabiosis , better known by the popular name of scabies mite is an infection that causes different symptoms on the skin of the patient. The contagion occurs through direct contact by a previously infected person, and in the event that it occurs in the testicles, the two main causes are maintaining relationships with an infected person or very frequent contact.

The fact is that when this contagion by mites occurs and they spread through the scrotal area, they “dig” a kind of tunnels through the lower layer of the skin, where they will deposit their eggs. When these eggs develop, they go outside, the moment in which that person becomes a source of contagion for others.

The main symptoms of scabies or scabies on the skin of the testicles are:

• Itching of testicles, at night is when it intensifies.
• Skin rash.
• Ulcers, either from the mite itself or as a result of scratching.
• Appearance of a kind of lines on the skin.

As you have seen, the causes of itchy testicles are very varied. That is why we cannot talk about a common treatment, because depending on the cause that causes it, you will have to choose one or the other. Here we explain the treatments for itchy testicles :

• Fungi : in the event that the doctor determines that it is fungus, the treatment will consist of an antifungal ointment.
• Allergic dermatitis : the first thing is to try to clarify what is causing you allergy. Once you know it, it is as simple as avoiding their contact.
• Crabs : this type of insect is treated with a pesticide and a treatment to prevent its reproduction.
• Scabies : it is necessary to follow a pharmacological treatment with corticosteroids and antihistamines, an acaricide such as permethrin should also be used.

In general, when itching occurs in the scrotum, they usually disappear within a few days and do not represent any health problem. However, if after a few days the itching does not subside or it becomes unbearable, it is necessary to go to a dermatologist to carry out the pertinent studies and rule out any disease or more severe health problem. Here we explain when you should see a doctor for itchy testicles:

• If sores or blisters appear.
• If there are any signs of a sexually transmitted disease.
• If the itching becomes very intense.
• If it does not remit with the passage of days.

This article is merely informative, at FastlyHeal .com we do not have the power to prescribe medical treatments or make any type of diagnosis. We invite you to see a doctor in the case of presenting any type of condition or discomfort.

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