Intimate hygiene is extremely important for a man as it is
tied to sex and romance. So, here is
what every man needs to know about personal hygiene for a healthy penis.
1) Water consumption: Water is needed to flush out the
toxins from the body. Drink sufficient water to maintain a good amount of blood
and oxygen to the penis.
2) Reduce sweat: Excess sweat at the penis and scrotum
develops into infection and odor. So, it is important to maintain dryness
either by absorbing the moisture with a towel or by applying powder (not directly
to genital) to the area.
3) Scrotum temperature: The ideal temperature for the
scrotum is 37 degrees C. When the scrotum is at normal temperature it is
elongated and smooth, it is relaxed. The scrotum contracts and get wrinkled
when it is cold, sexually stimulated or when you exercise. Don’t wear tight
underwear.
4) Shaving: It is also important to shave or trim in order
to prevent irritation and infection. You should take a hot shower before you
shave to make the hair shaft soft. Exfoliate the area to open the pores to help
you get a clean shave and use a clean blade to shave off the hair.
5) Foreskin cleansing: Wash the penis daily with soap and
water by retracting the foreskin, if you are an uncircumcised male. Failure to
do so can lead to infections, inflammations, phimosis, bad odours and even
tumours. It is important to remember to return the foreskin to its natural
position after cleansing and drying.
6) Keeping the Genital Area Clean. Washing the penis, the
scrotum which holds the testicles, the anus, and pubic hair (if puberty has
been reached) with water and mild soap.
7) For cleanliness after urinating, the penis should be
shaken gently until the few remaining drops of urine are expelled. It may be
wiped as well. Following a bowel movement, the anus should be wiped. Covering
public toilet seats with toilet paper is also recommended since bacteria grows
easily on toilet seats. Washing hands after urinating is a must, otherwise,
bacteria will be spread via the hands.
8)Underwear. Men should be concerned with the kind of underwear and pants they
wear. Underwear or pants should not be too tight, and they should be well
ventilated to help stem bacteria growth. Wearing cotton, brief boxer is best
choice for penis health. If underwear gets wet or soiled, it should be changed.
Also, towels should not be shared since they can pass bacteria.
9) Penis area should be cleaned after sex, even if wearing a
condom, to prevent bacterial build-up and unpleasant smells arising. If either partner has a known infection, they
should tell the other person so adequate provisions can be made such as the use
of condoms. For men with more than one wife, or multiple sex partners, wash
with warm water and mild soap after every sexual encounter. This is to avoid
spread of other infections from one partner to the next.
10) Jock itch, or groin ringworm, is a fungal infection
(caused by certain fungi and yeasts) that usually occurs in warm weather. It is
caused by wearing tight clothes that are not well ventilated. The symptoms
include redness, blisters, itchiness, and pain of the groin and upper, inner thigh
area. This type of infection can easily recur if not taken care of properly. To
avoid jock itch, men should take care to dry off well after swimming, bathing,
and sweating. It’s also a good idea to wash up before any intercourse where the
penile penetration is involved. Again, wearing a brief cotton underwear is a
good prevention of all.
