Why does scrotal scabies nodule keep recurring, and what should be done?
Nov 17, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Liu Wenmin
Introduction
Scrotal scabies nodules tend to recur, which may be related to poor personal hygiene habits, infrequent clothing changes, incomplete treatment, low immune function, and close contact with infected individuals. It is recommended that patients keep the scrotal area dry and clean, avoid sharing personal items with others, and use medications such as vitamin C tablets and crotamiton cream under the guidance of a physician for symptomatic treatment.
Normally, the recurring of scrotal scabies nodules may be related to poor personal hygiene habits, infrequent changing of clothes, incomplete treatment, low immune function, close contact with infected individuals, and other reasons. It is recommended to seek timely medical advice, identify the causes, and carry out symptomatic treatment under the guidance of a qualified physician. The specific analysis is as follows:
1. Poor personal hygiene habits: Neglecting cleanliness and hygiene of the scrotal area may lead to residual medication or secretions locally, which can irritate the skin and cause recurrence of scrotal scabies nodules. Symptoms often include itching and swelling in the scrotal area. It is recommended that patients clean the scrotal area daily with warm water, change underwear frequently, and avoid scratching the affected area.
2. Infrequent changing of clothing: Prolonged wearing of unwashed or tight-fitting, non-breathable underwear may increase the humidity and temperature in the scrotal area, creating favorable conditions for mite proliferation. This may worsen symptoms of scrotal scabies nodules, such as itching and pain. Patients are advised to choose breathable and loose-fitting underwear, change it frequently, and keep the scrotal area dry and clean.
3. Close contact with infected individuals: Close contact with someone suffering from scrotal scabies nodules—for example, sharing towels, bath towels, or other personal items—may lead to cross-infection due to contact with items contaminated by mites. This may cause symptoms such as itching, swelling, and nodules in the scrotal area. It is important to avoid sharing personal items with others to reduce the risk of infection.
4. Low immune function: Patients with low immune function may not effectively resist pathogen infections, making them prone to recurrence of scrotal scabies nodules. This may be accompanied by symptoms of other infectious diseases, such as fever and fatigue. Patients may follow medical advice to take medications like vitamin C tablets or vitamin E soft capsules to enhance immunity.
5. Incomplete treatment: During the treatment of scrotal scabies nodules, stopping medication on one's own initiative or not following medical advice may result in incomplete elimination of mites, leading to recurrence. Symptoms such as itching, swelling, and nodules may reappear in the scrotal area. Patients are advised to apply medications like compound sulfur cream, crotamiton cream, or sulfur ointment as directed by a physician to ensure complete eradication of mites.
During treatment, patients should maintain a bland diet, avoid consuming spicy or irritating foods, and maintain good personal hygiene to promote health recovery.
