Why is a man's glans itchy?
Recently, men's health issues have become one of the hot topics on the Internet, especially the symptom of "glans itching" has attracted widespread attention. This article will combine the hot discussions on the Internet in the past 10 days to provide you with a detailed analysis of the possible causes, symptoms and countermeasures of glans itching, and provide structured data for reference.
1. Common causes of glans itching
According to discussions between medical experts and netizens, glans itching is mainly related to the following factors:
| Cause classification | Specific performance | Proportion (online discussion popularity) |
|---|---|---|
| Infectious factors | Fungal/bacterial infections, sexually transmitted diseases | 42% |
| health issues | Under- or over-cleaning | 28% |
| allergic reaction | Condom/detergent allergy | 15% |
| other factors | Diabetes, skin diseases, etc. | 15% |
2. Symptom classification and corresponding treatment suggestions
| Symptom level | Typical performance | Recommended actions |
|---|---|---|
| Mild | Occasional itching, no redness or swelling | Improve hygiene habits and observe for 3 days |
| Moderate | Persistent itching with mild redness and swelling | Use antifungal ointment. If no relief occurs within 3 days, seek medical attention. |
| Severe | Severe itching + discharge/ulcers | Seek medical attention immediately, laboratory tests required |
3. Answers to recent popular questions on the Internet
1."Why do I still feel itchy if I don't have dirty sex?"
According to data from doctors’ online Q&A, 35% of non-sexually transmitted cases are related to Candida infection, a type of fungus that can multiply when immunity is weakened.
2."Did symptoms get worse after working from home during the epidemic?"
Experts point out that long periods of sitting and underwear with poor breathability will increase local temperature and humidity and increase the rate of bacterial growth by 200%.
3."What should I do if the ointment purchased online is not effective?"
Online drug purchase dispute cases show that 68% of ineffective treatments are due to misjudgment of the cause. It is recommended to do a secretion test first (costing about 80-150 yuan).
4. Key points of prevention and care
• Clean 1-2 times a day, the water temperature should not exceed 40℃
• Choose unscented bath products with a pH value of 5.5-7.0
• Change cotton underwear daily and avoid tight pants
• Clean and protect yourself before and after sex
5. Medical Guidelines
| Check items | average cost | Detection rate |
|---|---|---|
| Microscopic examination of secretions | 50-80 yuan | 85% |
| Bacterial culture | 100-150 yuan | 92% |
| STD screening | 200-400 yuan | Depends on project |
Note: Recent data from tertiary hospitals show that it takes an average of 3-7 days for symptom relief with correct treatment. Do not take long-term medication on your own.
Conclusion:Although glans itching is common, it cannot be ignored. It is recommended to deal with it scientifically based on your own situation. If symptoms persist for more than 1 week or are accompanied by other abnormalities, you should promptly go to the urology department or dermatology department of a regular hospital for treatment.
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