People may want the funk, but not the chunky white kind of smell. That’s right, smegma. Smegma didn’t start so bad. Smegma is actually the end result of the body’s masterful self-cleaning abilities and is an odorous mixture of oil, dead skin cells, and other fluids. However, the elves and fairies will not come to clean it up for a man, he has to do it himself. And when he doesn’t… he’s not pretty. Not only does it stink, but it can also lead to infections and embarrassment in the most intimate moments. The good news though is that it’s easy to clean up and even easier to prevent.
Symptoms of smegma infection
Unlike the mystery of whether the Starbucks barista is interested or just provides great customer service, smegma is pretty self-evident. It is also one of those conditions that does not show much variation. Since it is seen physically, the symptoms of smegma infection are quite strong. There are some common symptoms of smegma including:
– A full or sour odor coming from the penis. ‘Nuff said about that symptom.
– A whitish and dense texture with a consistency similar to cheese. No, it’s not cottage, it’s head cheese (as it’s colloquially known). And the aforementioned scent will go head-to-head with the best Limburger.
– Burning and pulsating urination. No, your penis didn’t turn into a dragon; It’s the smegma. Men who experience this may also feel the need to urinate more frequently.
– Irritation. The skin of the penis becomes red, irritated and angry.
Causes of smegma
The cause of smegma is pretty much one thing: not cleaning the region thoroughly or often enough. When a man neglects his nether region and doesn’t properly and thoroughly wash his penis (or body), all the layers of sweat, dead skin, and body oils come together to infect the body. In simpler terms, the absence of a properly performed hygiene regimen will result in smegma. Men who don’t wash daily, don’t wash after working out, don’t wash after sex, or don’t wash on purpose (look at those guys who shower and wash their hair think they the foam that flows down your body will do the rest of the work) are prone to smegma.
While not a cause of smegma, not being circumcised puts a man at higher risk of smegma simply because under the foreskin is a favorite place for smegma to live. To avoid smegma and hygiene problems, some of these men decide to get circumcised.
Treatment of symptoms of smegma infection
How is smegma treated? If you don’t know, now you know. It is easy. Just perform a daily grooming ritual. This ritual should focus on precise cleaning of the penis, including around and under the foreskin. Then rinse, pat dry and moisturize. For the more detailed type, here is a detailed how-to for cleaning and keeping the area free of smegma.
1) Gently pull back the foreskin. If the smegma has hardened, it may not be able to be removed completely. Do not force it! It can cause pain and tear the skin, which can lead to an infection. Soak the area in lukewarm water for an extended period of time to loosen the smegma. Oil can also help. However, do not use a scrubber or scrubber. That will tear the delicate skin of the penis, inviting bacteria and causing intense pain.
2) Use a mild cleanser and warm water to wash the entire area. Be gentle but thorough. If the smegma has hardened, rub in some oil again (olive or coconut is great) first to gently break down the smegma.
3) Rinse well and dry when finished cleaning.
4) Condition the penis with a specially formulated penis health cream (Health professionals recommend Man 1 Man Oil, which has been clinically proven to be safe and gentle on skin.) after each cleaning. Choose a cream that has a natural moisturizing base like shea butter and vitamin E to nourish the penis. Then add vitamins A, B, C, and D for their skin-soothing, elastin, and cell-regenerating properties.
5) Repeat daily until the smegma is gone and continue with this new process to prevent smegma.
If the smegma doesn’t improve after a good week of deep cleaning, or if it worsens, see a doctor for treatment. Otherwise, get washing!