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Understanding the 5 Most Common Penis Rashes

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Dr. Vinod RainaSexologist • 23 Years Exp.MD - General Medicine
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Here's a disheartening fact: Penis rashes are going to happen to a guy at some point. Every man, at some point in their lives, will deal with the worrisome look of a penis rash and might also suffer from penile itching, Irritation as well. Getting to the bottom of what causes the most common penis rashes can help a man quickly determine whether he has a penis rash that requires a little extra penis care, or whether he has a more serious problem that warrants a visit to the doctor.

Top 5 Penile Rash Problems

The good news is that penis rashes are usually caused by a variety of benign factors that can be easily remedied. Here's what a man needs to know about the most common causes:

1) Heat Rash: This Genital rash can be quite annoying, but the good news is that it goes away very quickly without any further intervention beyond extra penis care for a few days. Heat rashes are caused by getting hot and sweaty, especially while wearing restrictive clothing. The penis rash will often be flat and warm to the touch, or it might be slightly raised and irritated, depending upon how long it has been there. A heat genital rash can be remedied through a cool shower, careful moisturizing, and letting the area 'air out' by going without clothing for a while.

2) Jock itch. As the name implies, this isn't just a penile rash. It can also lead to serious penile itching, which is usually what tips a guy off to the diagnosis. This is actually very common for men and can occur often if a guy frequents the gym or skimps even the slightest bit on his daily hygiene. Jock itch is caused by the same fungus that causes athlete's foot. There are many over the counter treatments available that will quickly ease this common penile rash problem.

3) Yeast infections. This penile rash can be a red and painful one, especially if it is accompanied by painful urination and serious penile itching. Yeast infections can be contracted through sexual contact, but they can also happen all on their own, often thanks to underlying medical conditions that might make the body more hospitable to bacteria. Just as with jock itch, a yeast infection often responds very favorably to over the counter treatments, but it is important to get a doctor's opinion, as some of these penis rashes problems can be quite stubborn!

4) Common Irritants for Genital Rash. Men who suffer from unidentifiable penis rashes might be dealing with something in their environment that sparks an allergic reaction in the skin. Penile rashes from irritants can include a new detergent, a new type of soap or cleanser, a new partner's perfume, the use of latex condoms and spermicides, and anything else that might come into contact with the delicate penis skin. Once the penile irritant has been determined, stop using it and watch the rash disappear.

5) Simple irritation. Sometimes a guy gets Penis Rashes due to for a long time with a partner, indulges in a marathon masturbation session, or otherwise does something for long enough to irritate the foreskin of the penis. In fact, even wearing an unfamiliar pair of jeans for too long can result in contact irritations that lead to red, itching, and sometimes painful rashes. The good news is that the penile rash will go away on its own without much more than regular penis care; however, if it lingers for more than a day or so, it's time to visit the doctor to ensure it's nothing more serious.

As any guy knows, penile rashes come with the territory. But how a guy deals with them can help ensure they go away quickly and he can show off his smooth, handsome penis once more. To that end, as a guy is healing from a penis rash he should reach for an extra dose of a powerful penis health crème (health professionals recommend Man 1 Man Oil, which is clinically proven mild and safe for skin). A cream that contains vitamins C and D for healing, vitamin A for fighting against odor-causing bacteria, and vitamin E for maximum skin softness is a sure bet for healthier penis skin.


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