Causes of dry skin on penis

Dry skin is a relatively common thing to experience. Dry skin on penis however, may be an entirely different story altogether. Although dry skin on penis is not unusual, it is not normal either.

Dry skin on penis can be due to many simple reasons, which are not serious at all. They may arise from yeast infections, allergic reactions, herpes infections, or some other STD. They may even occur due to dry intercourse or just masturbation.

Of course, the old saying “an ounce of prevention is better than a pound of cure” applies to this affliction as well. As much as possible, try to avoid getting dry skin on your penis to save you the worry of wondering if you might actually have an STD or a more serious ailment. Remember that just like the rest of your body, your penis also gets irritated by friction. If any activity which causes friction on the penis caused the dryness, give it a rest for a while, so that the irritation can heal.

Of course, skin in that area may be more sensitive than that found on the rest of the body. If you switched washing soap or detergent, this could very well be causing the dry skin on penis. Switch to a milder soap and make sure your clothes are well rinsed before you put them anywhere near your penis. Avoid irritants that may transfer from your hands by washing them after applying anything which may irritate the skin on your penis to other parts of your body. Also try cotton underwear to help your penis breathe.

If you’re getting irritated down there and the slightest movements cause skin on your penis to tear, then you’re probably suffering from dry skin. Most doctors will prescribe ointments, and these ointments will probably make the problem go away in a week or two. If not, then they will probably need to see you again to make a more proper diagnosis.

A few tips if you’re going to see a doctor about it: don’t do anything more than applying a moisturizer like Vaseline; and don’t rub or inspect the areas so your doctor can identify the problem immediately when you go for a visit.

You already know that your penis is a very important part of your anatomy. So if you’re worried about occasional patches of dry skin on it, be sure to visit your doctor to get a medical opinion. Remember that in these cases, it is always better safe than sorry.