Why is the testicle epidermis dry and wrinkled?

Dry and wrinkled testicular epidermis may be related to factors such as dry skin, allergic reactions, fungal infections, eczema, or vitamin deficiency.

1. Dry skin

Low environmental humidity or frequent bathing and use of alkaline cleaning products may cause the testicular skin to lose moisture, manifesting as dry and flaky epidermis. It is recommended to reduce the frequency of bathing and replace with mild shower gel. Topical urea ointment or petroleum jelly can be used to help moisturize.

2. Allergic reaction

Contact with chemical fiber underwear, laundry detergent residue and other allergenic substances may cause local skin erythema, itching and scaling. It is necessary to change pure cotton underwear and rinse the clothes thoroughly. When symptoms are obvious, you can use loratadine tablets or topical hydrocortisone butyrate cream as directed by your doctor.

3. Fungal infection

Candida infections are common in moist environments and appear as well-defined red patches with white scales on the scrotum. Diagnosis requires microscopic examination of scurf. Bifonazole cream or miconazole nitrate cream can be applied externally. In severe cases, itraconazole capsules can be taken orally.

4. Scrotal eczema

Chronic eczema may cause thickening, lichenification and marked dryness of the skin. To avoid scratching irritation, you can use mometasone furoate cream for a short period of time, and apply it with boric acid solution for wet compress when exudate merges.

5. Vitamin deficiency

Long-term lack of vitamin B or vitamin E may affect the skin barrier function. It is necessary to adjust the diet and intake of nuts and green leafy vegetables. If necessary, supplement vitamin B complex tablets or vitamin E soft capsules.

You should choose breathable cotton underwear every day and avoid sitting for long periods of time. Do not use overheated water when cleaning. If it is accompanied by persistent itching, redness, swelling, oozing or skin cracks, it is recommended to go to a dermatologist in time to check for atopic dermatitis and other diseases. The diet can increase foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids such as deep-sea fish and flax seeds, which can help improve dry skin.