Patient's question:
Sometimes, the area between the testicles and anus itches intensely, to the point where the skin gets scratched open. It also itches when the area is moist. This has been going on for several years. In the past, the whole body itched, but after medication, the itching stopped everywhere except between the testicles and anus. What medication should I use to treat this?Doctor's answer:
This possibility is chronic eczema. The perianal area is warm and moist, which can manifest as local skin roughness and thickening, accompanied by itching. Wear loose pants, change underwear frequently, avoid scratching and hot washing to reduce local irritation. Take loratadine orally and apply hydrocortisone butyrate ointment externally. The testicles can be stabilized, but the general treatment duration is long, and the condition is prone to recurrence after treatment. Therefore, active cooperation with the doctor's medication plan is essential during treatment. Additionally, the patient should maintain a light diet, avoid foods, and refrain from smoking and drinking beer.