Samsg
10-06-2002, 12:46 AM
I am itching in my genital area!! more specifically under my scrotem!! I don't know if I should just go see a doctor (which is really embarrassing) but I don't think i can take this anymore. it's beginning to feel very uncomfortable now. I would even wake up every night at around 2-3 or maybe 4 in the morning just because it starts itching. And this is very intolerable and highly irratating!! It's affecting my sleep and my school!it's been there for about 2 weeks now.. in fact almost 3. I purchased an anti-itch creme (which does NOTHING) and I tried strapping some bandages on it. Neither worked. The best solution I found was to put bengay on it because then it'll feel like it's burning.. (which causes pain) but then at least it doesn't itch.. for a few minutes... I don't know what it is.. I thought it was some form of herpes, but I suppose not... would it be jock itch? I don't know.. it seems like it's been here for a while, and it's not weakening. Also, itching occurs randomly throughout the day, but For sure, at night when I'm asleep already. When it does occur, I shake my legs jump up and down, or when I'm driving, I really shake my legs... even when I'm typing this message it's really itching!!! This is really scaring me now...
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crcaz
10-06-2002, 02:36 AM
I had the same exact thing and it was caused by candida overgrowth. If it gets worse especially after certain foods like very sugary foods it probably is.To take care of it I would start taking some probiotics like pb-8 or something like primal defense (which is probably the best but start real slow like 1 capsule a d day). Go on a anti-candida diet least amount of sugar , dairy as possible and also sweating helps- anything to help sweating in that area like aerobics or sauna. I would not use antibiotics because you also kill friendly bacteria that feed on candida which probiotics are. Topically right now clotrimazole and pure aloevera together provided a temporary solution, Topical steriods work but in the long run not good. Aveno anti-itch concentrated lotion 4 oz for about 7$ was also a good temp fix. Hope this helps
bjg
10-06-2002, 09:17 AM
Scabies
Scabies is an itchy condition of the skin caused by a tiny mite (Sarcoptes scabiei).
Symptoms
The mite burrows into the skin, especially around the hands, feet, and male genitalia. It does not usually affect the neck and head, although it may in infants.
The itching is due to an allergic reaction to the tiny mites, and is associated with a rash of red, raised spots. The itch is worse at night, and may often affect more than
one family member.
Scabies is an itchy condition of the skin caused by a tiny mite (Sarcoptes scabiei).
Symptoms
The mite burrows into the skin, especially around the hands, feet, and male genitalia. It does not usually affect the neck and head, although it may in infants.
The itching is due to an allergic reaction to the tiny mites, and is associated with a rash of red, raised spots. The itch is worse at night, and may often affect more than
one family member.
Samsg
10-07-2002, 02:21 AM
if it is scabies what can I do?
Samsg
10-07-2002, 02:29 AM
actually, I think I am the only one in my family that has it!
bjg
10-07-2002, 08:51 AM
i dont know the name of the product..but they sell it in the drug store..you can go and ask the pharmacist where it is
gem2000
10-07-2002, 03:36 PM
Hi,
I don't think you have scabies or even yeast overgrowth. What you are describing sounds very much like a pinworm infection. This is a VERY common infection and extremely contagious. Girls are more likely to present symptoms but it affects boys also. It is easily cleared up with medicine, but you may have to go to your doctor to get a prescription. The worms come out to lay their eggs at night and cause severe itching around the anus, and you can have some itching during the day too. Try not to scratch because this transfers eggs to the fingernails and, if ingested, the cycle continues. Don't worry if you do have this; 80% of school kids have it at some point and adults are by no means immune either.
I don't think you have scabies or even yeast overgrowth. What you are describing sounds very much like a pinworm infection. This is a VERY common infection and extremely contagious. Girls are more likely to present symptoms but it affects boys also. It is easily cleared up with medicine, but you may have to go to your doctor to get a prescription. The worms come out to lay their eggs at night and cause severe itching around the anus, and you can have some itching during the day too. Try not to scratch because this transfers eggs to the fingernails and, if ingested, the cycle continues. Don't worry if you do have this; 80% of school kids have it at some point and adults are by no means immune either.
Samsg
10-08-2002, 02:35 AM
only problem is, I don't hve itching around my anus, so I'm concluding with scabies...
Samsg
12-15-2002, 04:21 AM
Okay, the problem still persists... I'm gonna go on a "No Sugar" diet now, and see what happens. (0 dairy too) If you look at my original post, it's been almost 3 months....
IamJane
12-15-2002, 05:31 AM
Sorry to hear of your problem.
My husband has eczema, and has it particularly bad around the scrotum area. It got to the point where he had almost torn holes through the skin from scratching so much. For some reason, 4 days ago he shaved the pubic hair off, and hasn't even had the tiniest itch. he got that idea from a friend who has constant itchy legs, and he shaved his legs and the itching eased. The wounds have all but healed up on there own, with no creams or lotions whatsover.
May sound weird, but it's worked. Don't know how he'll go when the hair starts growing back though. May be worth a try.
Good luck,
Jane
My husband has eczema, and has it particularly bad around the scrotum area. It got to the point where he had almost torn holes through the skin from scratching so much. For some reason, 4 days ago he shaved the pubic hair off, and hasn't even had the tiniest itch. he got that idea from a friend who has constant itchy legs, and he shaved his legs and the itching eased. The wounds have all but healed up on there own, with no creams or lotions whatsover.
May sound weird, but it's worked. Don't know how he'll go when the hair starts growing back though. May be worth a try.
Good luck,
Jane
abcdabcd
05-22-2006, 11:52 AM
I have the exact problem you're describing, were you able to find out what the problem was?
flyinpiker
10-05-2006, 02:03 PM
I also have the same issue and am going on about a year and a half now. I am pretty sure this eczema. I been given a few cream that have helped, but given the location you are not supposed to use them for extended periods of time.
Like one of the previous posters mentioned, I have also shaved the area and that seems to help. Does the skin feel kind of sticky ( wierd)?
I'm still trying to find a solution...on to the next doctor I guess.
Like one of the previous posters mentioned, I have also shaved the area and that seems to help. Does the skin feel kind of sticky ( wierd)?
I'm still trying to find a solution...on to the next doctor I guess.