What Causes Itchy Flaky Scrotum?

Posted on Thu, 11 Dec 2014

Question: Hi my husband has a very itchy and flaky scrotum to the point where he looses sleep and it has been like this for years. Also after wiping a few times after bowel movements blood appears on toilet paper. What could be the cause and what can be done to fix it?

Answered by Dr. Geetika Paul (21 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Take treatment

Detailed Answer:
Hi

I understand your concern regarding your skin problem and I hope I am able to help you in the same.
Itchy and flaky scrotum could be due to either a fungal infection or due to neurodermatitis.
It needs to be managed by continuous application of anti fungal agents ,sometimes in combination with topical steroids .
He should avoid touching or scratching the area.
Blood in bowels could be due to fissures ,haemorrhoids or it could even be suggestive of any other intestinal problem ,so it necessary that you see your treating physician and discuss regarding this issue and get the necessary investigations done .

Dr Geetika Paul

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