Sounds like eczema to me, both in the way it looks and the way it responds to hydrocortiosne. That's what you should use, whenever it gets dry-feeling or itchy. Once the skin is smooth, don't bother to treat it--any bumpiness or redness will take care of itself. Like eczema anywhere else, eczema on the scrotum comes and goes more or less as it pleases. If hydrocortisone doesn't work, you should see a doctor for something a bit stronger.
Enjoy Vegas.
Dr. Rockoff