What could cause itching on scrotum, allergy and fungal infections ruled out?
Patient: i am 62 yrs old. married and had no sex with other women for more than 25 yrs.I had itching in my scrotum for 2 months now. the doctor allergologist gave oral and topical meds but to no avail. i had lab scraping of scrotum for fungal infection check but it was negative. there are no rashes either. what is the diagnosis? what should be the treatment doc? Doctor: Hi,Thanks for writing in.If you have itching in the scrotum and allergy and fungal infections have been ruled out then chronic skin conditions need to be evaluated. Some people have dryness of skin in elderly age and this can manifest as scaling and itching in the cold weather. It can be a hypersensitive dermatitis to any soap or clothing which has gone unnoticed. Any chronic bacterial infection in the area is also to be investigated.Please apply steroid containing ointments over the itching areas and watch for relief. It is important to consult a dermatologist and get clinically examined. Please keep your genitals dry and avoid wearing tight clothes to prevent sweat formation. Please do not worry.