Itching on Testis

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Hello Doctor,
                  Its been few months  I am facing bad itching on my testis. It looks like my testis gets dry and itchy. On scratching dry skin peals out, similar as when hands or legs gets dry. Its causing lit of problem to me as I coudn't sleep all night when this happens.

Any suggestion appreciated.

Thanks,
Vikrant

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Thanks a ton

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
Yes you can use cortisone cream but use it only for  a few days and if the symptoms persist then get oral steroids also prescribed. Steroid creams are not without side effects and should be used cautiously. the side effects include increased thinning and atrophy of skin.

I hope it helps. Take care and regards.

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some doctor on this forum suggested to use Cortisone Cream. Should I try that?

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
It can be due to eczema skin or seborrheic dermatitis. So please get this possibility evaluated.

Till then, take some antihistaminic like Benadryl and apply some calamine lotion. Also wear cotton undergarments and use mild soap like dove. If the symptoms persist then please get an evaluation done by a dermatologist. You may need topical and oral steroids.

It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your dermatologist. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.