Feeling itchy on or around your testicles can simply be caused by sweating in your groin area from lots of walking or being sat in a stuffy office.
But there are other medical reasons that cause itching which can be easily treated. Although the problem is usually benign, itchy testicles can be caused by a number of different factors. Dryness is the result of not enough moisture in the skin. The symptoms of skin dryness are quite varied. You may notice peeling skin on the surface layer, a rough appearance, redness or dry patches.
Symptoms of dryness are often associated with itching, a feeling of tightness in the skin and occasionally a painful or burning sensation. Skin irritation can be caused by several things. In some cases it may be the result of chafing, but it could also be an allergy to a chemical substance such as shower gels, soap, washing powder, fragrance or latex. Crabs pediculosis pubis or phtiriasis pubis , also known as pubic lice, are classified as a sexually transmitted infection STI.
They are usually transmitted via sexual contact, infested bed linen or clothing. Maceration is extremely common and is caused by excessive sweating hyperhidrosis and occurs mainly during the summer months, particularly in sporty or overweight people. Certain clothing like swimwear can also be a cause of maceration. Genital thrush is usually caused by a fungus called candida albicans. This fungus spreads and causes redness associated with itching, and can also cause an intense burning sensation.
It can be accompanied by white discharge and a bad smell. Genital thrush may be confined to the testicles, but can also affect the glands and cause inflammation of the penis balantis , and even spread to the anal area or thigh. Chronic inflammatory skin diseases like eczema and psoriasis , may be specifically located in the genital area. These diseases are usually long-term but not contagious. Scabies is a highly contagious disease caused by a tiny parasite called sarcoptes.
