What happens when a man’s scrotum is moist?

Moisture in the scrotum may be caused by scrotal eczema, tinea cruris, varicocele, chronic prostatitis, local hyperhidrosis, etc. It usually manifests as moist and sticky skin, itching, redness and swelling. It can be relieved by keeping the local area clean and dry, wearing breathable clothing, and applying topical drugs.

1. Scrotal eczema

Scrotal eczema may be related to local allergic reactions, long-term friction and irritation and other factors, and usually manifests as skin erythema, papules, and exudation. You can use hydrocortisone butyrate cream, mometasone furoate cream, halometasone cream and other glucocorticoid ointments as directed by your doctor to control inflammation and avoid scratching to irritate the affected area.

2. Tinea cruris

Tinea cruris is caused by a fungal infection and is common with annular erythema, scaling and obvious itching on the skin. Antifungal drugs such as bifonazole cream, miconazole nitrate cream, terbinafine cream, etc. need to be used. During treatment, underwear needs to be boiled and disinfected, and sharing towels with others should be avoided.

3. Varicocele

Obstruction of spermatic vein return may lead to increased temperature and moisture in the scrotum, often accompanied by a feeling of bloating. Mild cases can be improved by scrotal support, while severe cases require high spermatic vein ligation. Avoid standing and sitting for long periods of time, and regular exercise can help promote blood circulation.

4. Chronic prostatitis

Autonomic nerve dysfunction caused by prostatitis may lead to excessive sweating in the perineum, which may be accompanied by frequent urination and urgency. You can take Tamsulosin Hydrochloride Sustained-release Capsules, Qianlieshutong Capsules, Longguanshu Capsules and other medications as directed by your doctor, along with warm water sitz baths to relieve symptoms.

5. Local hyperhidrosis

Excessive excitement of sympathetic nerves leads to strong secretion of sweat glands. You need to choose cotton underwear with good hygroscopicity, and use aluminum chloride solution for external application if necessary. Anxiety may aggravate hyperhidrosis, and deep breathing training can be used to regulate autonomic nervous system function.

You should choose loose and breathable cotton underwear every day and avoid wearing jeans that are too tight. Wash the scrotum with warm water every day and dry it thoroughly. Do not use irritating lotions. You need to limit the intake of spicy food and alcohol, and maintain a regular schedule. If symptoms continue to worsen or skin ulcers, pus, etc. occur, you should go to a dermatology or urology department in time.