If a man had an itch penis that does not go away within a few days, it is best to consult a doctor. In most cases, itching, if it is combined with redness and edema is a sign of inflammation. But it can also be allergic process, which, if time does not take action, the infection can join. Finally, itching can cause insects (such as scabies).

The manifestation of infection

With the development at the head of the penis infection (inflammation of the skin of the glans penis and the inner layer of the foreskin - balanoposthitis) itching combined with swelling and redness. This happens at the beginning of any infection, but then joined the symptoms characteristic of the "activities" of a pathogen:

• when a staph infection on the penis appear small pustules;
• streptococcal at - large, sprawling on the surface of festering sores;
• when bacterial vaginosis Bacterial vaginosis - Do antibiotics help?   - Characteristic fishy odor;
• with gonorrhea - the defeat of the urethra, copious purulent discharge from his frequent and painful urination;
• candidiasis (thrush - a fungal disease) - raids and white film, under which developed erosion;
• when genital herpes - fine bubbles followed by superficial ulceration.

The manifestation of dermatitis

Dermatitis can also occur in the form of itching, but this process, as well as inflammation begins with redness and swelling of the glans penis. Most allergic reactions to these ends, but if it is expressed on the surface of the reddened edematous may appear small and large bubbles with clear content. These bubbles burst over time, exposing the eroded surface of the skin.

This process is called a simple dermatitis arises from exposure to various chemicals or tissues, in which they belong. For example, dermatitis may be caused wearing synthetic underwear, especially if it is tough and - in case there is a mechanical and chemical effects on the skin of the glans penis and the process develops within one to two hours after exposure.

There are also allergic dermatitis, they develop during repeated exposure of a chemical substance or plant containing allergens. In this case, an allergic reaction does not occur immediately, but after a day or two.

The primary therapeutic measure for any dermatitis is the elimination of irritating factor or an allergen. Assign also anti-inflammatory and anti-histamines.

The manifestation of scabies

Itching of the glans penis may be a manifestation of scabies. In this case, itch is most pronounced in the evening and at night, but may be constant. At the head of the penis appear solid, red papule that may become ulcers (sores scabious) and remind the primary manifestation of syphilis - chancre and some other sexually transmitted diseases. These ulcers can always join a bacterial infection and the subsequent development of balanoposthitis.

Treatment of scabies in this case, you need to trust your doctor.

Other reasons

• Sometimes the cause of severe itching of the glans penis are flea bites or ticks that pass to humans after contact with pets. In this case, the main thing - do not scratch. You can take antihistamines, such as suprastin.
• Itching of the glans penis is sometimes associated with neuroses, especially developing sexual basis (eg, impotence). The reason may be diseases of internal male genitalia (eg, prostatitis).
• Sometimes the itching of the glans penis is caused by the acidity of vaginal contents have sexual partner, as well as using its local control pills.
• Itching of the glans penis in men may be due to various influences and diseases. It is best not to delay the visit to the doctor, to understand the situation and get proper treatment. Or just relax after a qualified consultation.

Galina Romanenko

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