Patient's question:
A few days ago, I had some itching in my genital area and went to the hospital. It was scrotal eczema, but I didn't know how I got it. In fact, a few days ago, I had sex with my partner, who had some gynecological issues, so I used Qiliqing. But the toxins didn't come out in time that day, so I had sex anyway. Then, the itching started. My partner also started itching, but we haven't had any improper sexual relations and have been doing well. So, how did this happen? In the hospital, after being treated for a day, the doctor prescribed a single water mist for 10 minutes and red light for 30 minutes. I also received intravenous drips. After that day, the itching stopped, so I thought it was better and didn't go back. Now, there's no itching, but sometimes there are white flakes. My partner uses some gynecological medications like Fuyankang tablets and Huahong tablets and other drugs, and says they don't have any itching symptoms now. What medications should we use now?Doctor's answer:
For the comprehensive prevention and treatment of scrotal eczema, it is first necessary to build confidence and eliminate pessimistic emotions. Additionally, it is important to break the habits of scratching and applying hot water. Undergarments should be loose and made of 100% cotton. In terms of diet, avoid animal proteins such as fish and shrimp, as well as spicy foods, alcohol, strong tea, and coffee. Antihistamines can be used, with oral diphenhydramine recommended for those with severe itching at night, which can be supplemented with hydroxyzine before bed. A local application of clobetasol cream can be used. During acute phases with weeping, a cold wet compress with a 2-4% boric acid solution can be applied. If there is a bacterial infection, a cold wet compress with 0.1% novocaine can be used, and antibiotics may be taken orally if necessary. For scrotal skin thickening, a black bean oil cream can be applied externally.