Reddish Boil Or Bump On The Scrotum. Does It Need To Be Treated?
hello, i have noticed a small red boil or bump on my scrotum . i have never had one before. it is on the underside and i think has been caused by friction from underwear rubbing against my ball sack or else shaving the other week. there is also a white dot in it - maybe a hair follacle. should i hang on a week to see if it goes away? i was worried when i first saw it but have no bumps on my testicles and this spot doesnt itch
Hello.
Thanks for your query.
You are having boil on scrotum, it is an infection of hair follicle/oil gland. It is usually caused by Staphylococcus.
Apply warm compresses on boils repeatedly. This will decrease the pain and help draw the pus to the surface. Once the boil comes to a head, it will burst with repeated soakings. Avoid excessive heat to testicles.
When the boil starts draining, wash it with an antibacterial soap until all the pus is gone.
Do not pop the boil with a needle.
Keep good personal hygiene.
If boil persists or enlarges then contact health care provider ti drain it surgically.
Hope it helps.
Take Care!
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Reddish Boil Or Bump On The Scrotum. Does It Need To Be Treated?
Hello. Thanks for your query. You are having boil on scrotum, it is an infection of hair follicle/oil gland. It is usually caused by Staphylococcus. Apply warm compresses on boils repeatedly. This will decrease the pain and help draw the pus to the surface. Once the boil comes to a head, it will burst with repeated soakings. Avoid excessive heat to testicles. When the boil starts draining, wash it with an antibacterial soap until all the pus is gone. Do not pop the boil with a needle. Keep good personal hygiene. If boil persists or enlarges then contact health care provider ti drain it surgically. Hope it helps. Take Care!