John Dugan
John Dugan is a respected professional author who is noted for his contributions to a variety of news organizations, magazines and websites.
Sure, it’s not uncommon for any man to occasionally need to scratch his penis. After all, an itch can occur anywhere on the body and sometimes it can be so insistent that one has no choice but to scratch. But getting caught relieving an itch on the penis can be a cause of embarrassment – at best, it gives the impression that one’s penis care isn’t the best and at worst it can make a guy seem like he’s so randy that he just can’t keep his hands off himself. So when a man has a bad case of jock itch, the potential for embarrassment zooms. Knowing how to prevent jock itch can help prevent embarrassment.
About jock itch
Known medically as tinea cruris, jock itch is an unfortunately common fungal infection. It’s a brother to athlete’s foot, except it occurs on or around the penis. It presents as a red, flat rash that is clearer on the inside than around the outer edges. As the name implies, it can itch like crazy.
The name also implies that it is an ailment found primarily among athletes, but in fact even sedentary gentlemen can come down with jock itch. As a fungus, it grows more readily in areas that are dark and moist – so a sweaty crotch is the ideal environment for it.
It’s very common for men to get jock itch, but it’s not a dangerous condition. However, because it is inconvenient and embarrassing (and because it can turn off potential sexual partners, as well as be easily passed on to them), it pays to take steps to prevent it from occurring.
Prevention
There are several steps a guy can take to help avoid tinea cruris, including:
Jock itch is a source of embarrassment, but it is easily treatable. A healthy penis responds to treatment better, so regularly use a superior penis health creme (health professionals recommend Man 1 Man Oil, which is clinically proven mild and safe for skin). A crème with moisturizing agents like shea butter and vitamin E can help keep the skin healthier. Be sure the crème also contains alpha lipoic acid, a potent antioxidant that fights damaging oxidative stress.
By John Dugan
When jock itch strikes, and a man has a hard time keeping his hand out of his pants for itch relief, it can easily be an embarrassment. Preventing jock itch is therefore key.
John Dugan is a respected professional author who is noted for his contributions to a variety of news organizations, magazines and websites.