Why is my scrotum wet? What causes scrotal moisture?

There are many reasons for the moisture and itching of the scrotum. It may be caused by internal factors - certain diseases, or it may be caused by external factors such as long-term sitting and long-term mental stress. To treat scrotal moisture and itching, we must first find the cause. So what are the causes of scrotal moisture?

1. Chronic prostatitis

The most likely cause of wet and itchy scrotum is autonomic dysfunction caused by chronic prostatitis. If the patient, in addition to the symptoms of wet and itchy scrotum, also has frequent urination, urgent and painful urination, swelling and discomfort in the perineum, painful ejaculation, fatigue, dizziness, insomnia, low back pain and other symptoms, then it is very likely that he is suffering from prostatitis.

Solution: The damp and itchy scrotum caused by chronic prostatitis will disappear as long as the prostatitis is cured. If prostatitis is not treated thoroughly, the symptoms of scrotal moisture and itching cannot be relieved. In life, in addition to actively treating prostatitis, you should also pay attention to quitting alcohol, quitting spicy food, maintaining a cheerful mood, not holding urine, and not neglecting physical exercise.

2. Scrotal eczema

The main symptom of scrotal eczema is itching, which will become more severe as the disease becomes more serious. If it does not heal for a long time and if you keep scratching, thin scabs and scales may form on the scrotal skin.

Solution: Scrotal eczema is related to allergies. Some drugs that are effective for allergies, such as cyproheptadine and chlorpheniramine, can also be used to treat scrotal eczema. In addition, you should scratch the itchy areas less to prevent the bacteria on your hands from irritating the scrotum. Do not use too hot water when cleaning, and do not use any medicine casually. Some spicy foods, including onions, garlic, ginger, coffee, alcohol and other irritating foods should be consumed less to avoid further deterioration of eczema.

3. Spleen and kidney deficiency

People with spleen and kidney deficiency are prone to wet scrotum, which is due to the disorder of water and moisture transportation. Moreover, this type of people often have loose stools.

Solution: People with spleen deficiency can eat more spleen-tonifying foods, such as potatoes, mushrooms, yam, chicken, chestnuts, lentils, honey, etc. They all have good spleen-tonifying and qi-invigorating effects. People with kidney deficiency should first distinguish whether it is kidney yin deficiency or kidney yang deficiency, and then slowly adjust the body. Do not act too hastily or abuse kidney-tonifying products. Low-intensity exercises such as walking and jogging are very good auxiliary measures for treating kidney deficiency.

4. External factors

There are many wrinkles on the skin of the scrotum and the sweat glands are relatively developed, so the sweat secreted is difficult to dissipate. If you wear tight underwear, the breathability of the scrotum will become even worse. In addition, external factors such as long-term mental tension, long-term sitting, overheated working environment, and tight underwear can also cause moisture and itching of the scrotum.

Solution: There is no need to worry about the moisture and itching of the scrotum caused by this type of reasons, but you should pay attention to doing more exercise and not sitting for a long time. To keep the scrotum area clean, it is recommended to wear breathable cotton underwear and change it frequently.

5. Other disease factors

People with chronic digestive system diseases, endocrine disorders, and gastrointestinal dysfunction may also experience moisture and itching in the scrotum under certain stimuli.

Solution: Seek medical attention promptly. When the scrotum becomes wet and itchy, and you cannot determine whether it is caused by a disease, you should seek medical attention immediately and seek treatment after the cause is found out. Do not take medicine randomly.