Patient's question:
I had sexual contact with a female friend (who had skin patches and itching), first experiencing itching in the lower limbs, especially at the joints (accompanied by red and hard bumps), and later it spread to the upper body. The penis became swollen, itchy, and red. After a few months, the itching on the body decreased, but the penis remained itchy until now, for over three years. It has been itchy on the penis, occasionally with red and hard bumps and itching, as well as lower limb pain and intermittent wandering and twitching of the nerves throughout the body. What is the disease, and how can it be cured?First follow-up question: I had contact with her one month later, and I have not been in contact with her since.
Doctor's answer:
Itching of the penis is often caused by poor hygiene. Due to insufficient cleanliness in the area, itching occurs. We need to perform local care for it. The care is simple—just rinse it with clean water. Remember, do not use soap or detergent, because the glans penis naturally has a layer of mucus and mucous membrane to protect it. Using soap or detergent can damage the mucous membrane and instead cause urinary tract infections. Since the foreskin is prone to bacterial growth, it is recommended to change underwear frequently. It is best to soak the underwear in 84 disinfectant after taking it off.If you touch the itchy area with your hand and find that the skin in that small area is rough, it’s okay—it should be a fungal infection. If not, it could be pubic lice, scabies, or scrotal eczema. These conditions can all cause itching. You must seek medical attention at a large, reputable hospital.
People with a sensitive constitution, those who are chronically stressed or experience significant emotional fluctuations, are prone to penile itching. Additionally, individuals with certain diseases, such as chronic digestive system disorders, gastrointestinal dysfunction, endocrine disorders, or metabolic disorders, are also more susceptible to this condition under external factors. It could also be a sexually transmitted disease contracted from unsafe sex, in which case immediate medical attention is required.