Why is the scrotum itchy?

Scrotal itching is a very common symptom, especially among young men. Generally speaking, it may have the following reasons:

(1) It is more common among manual workers, especially in summer. , the vagina has high temperature, sweats a lot, is moist, and has poor air permeability. The skin of the scrotum is affected by sweat soaking, friction of underwear, etc., causing itching. This can also happen if you wear tight jeans or non-absorbent and non-breathable nylon underwear.

(2) Riboflavin (vitamin B2) deficiency can lead to scrotal inflammation. Changes such as erythema, dryness, scaling, papules, and scabs appear on the scrotum, accompanied by itching. At the same time, angular stomatitis, glossitis and oral ulcers may also occur.

(3) Scrotal inflammation caused by fungi, such as candidal scrotalitis and tinea cruris involving the scrotum, can cause scrotal itching.

(4) Neurodermatitis and eczema in the scrotum can cause itching. To sum up, general scrotal itching is not a sexually transmitted disease. As long as there is no history of sexual confusion, genital ulcers or growths, urethral pus discharge, etc., there is no need to worry about getting sexually transmitted diseases.

People who suffer from scrotal itching should wear loose cotton underwear and underpants to ventilate the vagina and keep the scrotum dry. Pay attention to local hygiene and clean it every day. If the itching is obvious, do not scratch or scratch it. If you scald with boiling water and any local damage occurs, you should go to the hospital