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Penis Rash From Hot Tub Bath

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Dr. Vinod RainaSexologist • 23 Years Exp.MD - General Medicine
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Nothing feels quite so good after a physical workout - or even just after a hard day at the office - then sinking into a nice hot tub(HT) and feeling that jet sprays pulsing against the skin. Whether it's an HT in the privacy of his backyard or bathroom or a communal Hot Tub at a gym or spa, the feeling of relaxation and pleasure can't be beaten.

While Hot tub are definitely enjoyable, sometimes a guy leaves a Hot tub with his penis health impacted - even if he's not aware of it right away. For example, there are times when a penis rash is directly related to having spent time soaking in the spa tub.

Penis Rash From the Hot Tub

According to one 2015 study, more than five and a half million American homes had a hot tub. Perhaps not surprisingly, they are most commonly found in states where the weather tends to be warm. Texas homeowners owned almost 500,000, people in Florida accounted for more than 300,000 and the state of California led them all with almost 1,200,000.

Of course, there also are 'public' hot tubs, which are often found at places like gyms or spa resorts. Some of these can be quite large and accommodate an impressive amount of people.

Privately owned hot tubs are often associated with sexual activity. When alone, many couples enjoy using the tubs naked, and the pulsating jets of water can easily lead to arousal and sexual play. (The same can be true of public tubs, but acting on that arousal in a public situation can often lead to legal trouble.)

Hot Tub Penis Rush

Whether naked or not, people need to know that the hot tub they are entering is properly cleaned. Heat and water can be a breeding ground for bacteria, and heat can also deplete the skin of the natural oils it requires to stay hydrated (even when the source of that heat is water). With the skin dry and unprotected, the bacteria are more likely to gain ground.

One penis Rash (which can also be found elsewhere on the body) that can develop in a hot tub that is not properly clean is called hot tub rash (aka pseudomonas folliculitis). This is an infection of hair follicles; although it is most commonly caught from an unclean hot tub, it can also occur from an unclean swimming pool, using a loofah sponge that contains the bacteria or wearing a diving suit or swims clothes that are infected.

The penis rash develops near hair follicles and is small in size, red or pink in color, and often has pus-filled bumps. In addition to the penis, they may show up almost anywhere else on the body, though rarely on the face. Sometimes the rash is accompanied by a slight fever, tiredness, a headache, and a sore throat. The rash generally appears 1 to 4 days after exposure and usually resolves on its own in 1-2 weeks.

How To Prevent Hot Tub Penis Rash

To prevent hot tub rash on the penis, the tub needs to be regularly and adequately cleaned. The proper amount of chlorine needs to be used to effectively kill harmful bacteria. If a tub has a bad smell or exhibits signs of plant growth, it likely is not receiving proper maintenance.

A penis rash from the hot tub wash may sometimes require an antibiotic cream from a doctor. The itchiness accompanying it is often alleviated through use of a first rate penis health cream (health professionals recommend Man1 Man Oil, which is clinically proven mild and safe for skin).

The ideal cream will contain both a natural hydrator (vitamin E is an excellent choice) and a high-end emollient (soothing Shea butter is desirable). In addition, check that the cream also contains vitamin A. This vitamin has anti-bacterial properties that may help dampen the effects of a hot tub rash.


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