Scrotum itching and weeping sores
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First, I must make it clear that I've seen my GP and she prescribed a cream to apply. It was very effective at first but only temporarily and the soreness extends to the underside of my penis. The condition keeps recurring periodically.
I'm a mature adult and sadly circumcised, but I can see no relevance to that - except it embarrasses me when visiting my doctor.
Has anyone had this scrotum problem and can offer some advice? I don't wish to make another appointment at my surgery if I can find some advice from others here.
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archemedes Islay
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Initially I was prescribed a 1% hydrocortisone cream that really didn't help a lot, so I later returned to the surgery and was prescribed a really poweful topical cream which got rid of the rash, but even today 40 years later the rash can still occassionally return. Having said this, at least I now have my trusty cream which gets rid of the problem for ages, at least one or two years at a time.
They never did pin down exactly what was causing the rash, but at least if it does come back at any time I do know how to treat it.
Islay archemedes
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Perhaps the difference between you and me is that I don't have a rash. Instead my scrotum surface periodically dries to the extent that it has flakes of dead skin which irritate me badly and I need to scratch. This exposes weeping sores underneath.
I've considered the pants I wear - normally briefs, but even boxers make no difference. I sleep naked at night; haven't even owned a pair of pyjamas since I was a boy.
However, I do grow a lot of body hair unfortunately, and I've found that shaving my testicles seems to help, but it's a tiresome procedure and the hair grows back far too soon.
I do thank you for your reply. It's given me thought for reflection. If you or anyone else has further advice, I'd be grateful.
Michael_Knight Islay
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Islay Michael_Knight
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The hydrocortisone cream prescribed by my doctor is probably very expensive but we have our wonderful NHS so it cost me nothing - and it does work but it's not a 'cure' for the condition which returns again and again. Perhaps there is no cure?
Kind regards, Christopher
Mr_Itch Islay
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I had sebaceous cysts at least 40+ for a few years. My Dr told me that they are not dangerous, But they were stretching my scrotum with the overall weight of them. I also had itches on left side mainly at the top. Ok so ended up having an operation they suggested full scrotum rebuild. But I ended up just having plastic surgery which left me with weird scars like a baseball stitching.
After 6months after stitching ect healed that itch appeared but all over and was very dry same as u explained tried but its impossible not to sctrach to the point of hole slits weeping. Had it few years now. Used over 18 diff creams, and at least double that in tablets. Steroid based creams and tablets. Still have it to this day ruined my life now as I can't do anything. Stopped the antidepressants they gave me. Had so many different drugs constantly for years so decided to clean my system.
Took my surgery over a yr to refer me to a dermatologist ended up with my original Dr as a child who is based at that surgery ? What a joke anyway seen him twice and still not had any tests ect. So made it clear to them im not seeing him again as hes a joke.I'm due in hospital February so I'll let you know maybe it could help you.
Currently in a battle with NHS and my surgery due to them both being jokes.
All the best to you,
Lee
sydneyjjingo Islay
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