Smegma 101: what it is and how to treat it
Smegma…seems to be a dirty, dirty word. Point in fact, is literally a very neat word. It comes from the Latin meaning soap or clean. So if it has a squeaky clean origin, then why do people today associate it with nasty white funk hiding in a man’s trash?
Well, it’s because people often hear about smegma when it’s gone so far that it’s causing problems. It is actually part of a normal daily detoxification process that occurs naturally. Smegma is the end result of cleaning. It is made up of oil, dead skin cells, and other genital fluids. Men and women also produce it. In small amounts some may see it as a lubricant. However, it gets its bad rap from overabundance or overgrowth of this biological concoction which can lead to a serious odorous aggressor, inflammation and even infection. Thank goodness it’s also something that can be cleaned up quickly for most men and then avoided in the future. Let’s talk all things smegma related.
smegma symptoms
Smegma is one of those things that is pretty clear. The symptoms of smegma do not vary much and are quite noticeable. Some of those symptoms are:
– Burning penis. When excessive growth occurs, the affected penis becomes red, irritated, and painful, leading to the next symptom…
– Pee like an angry dragon. All that fire has to get out of the body somehow! Feeling a burning sensation when urinating and a lot of heart palpitations is not uncommon once the smegma hits town.
– What is that smell? Smegma is often noted for its unique, gag-inducing sour fragrance.
– White and thick texture with a consistency similar to cheese. It may look like ricotta cheese, but it sure isn’t! The texture and smell of this bodily buildup was dubbed “cock cheese” for a reason.
Causes of smegma
There is practically only one cause of smegma: when a man does not wash his nether region properly and regularly. Therefore, lack of proper and regular hygiene is the main cause of smegma.
While not one of the so-called causes of smegma, men who are not circumcised are at higher risk for smegma problems because the foreskin is a favorite spot for smegma to camp. This can lead to a buildup that is so severe that it can cause the foreskin to fail to retract. Some men choose to be circumcised in adulthood if smegma is a chronic problem.
get rid of smegma
Simple cause, simple treatment. Clean that Johnson! Implement a daily hygiene ritual for penile health. What should be included? So, glad it came up. Here’s an easy five-point guide to having the cleanest, healthiest, smegma-free penis on the block:
1) Gently remove the foreskin (if applicable). Note: If some of the smegma has hardened, the skin may not want to be removed. Do not force it! It can not only cause extreme pain, but also tear very delicate genital skin, which can lead to bleeding and infection.
2) Use a mild cleanser and warm water to wash the area that is covered or normally covered by the foreskin. Be gentle but thorough. If the smegma has hardened, rub it first with a little oil (coconut, olive, or grapeseed) to loosen it.
3) Rinse thoroughly and pat or air dry.
4) Follow the cleanse by nourishing the penis with a specially shaped penis health cream (Health professionals recommend Man 1 Man Oil, which has been clinically proven to be safe and gentle on skin.) daily. Select a cream that has an all-natural moisturizing base like shea butter or vitamin E. Look for the addition of nutrients like vitamins A, B, C, and D for their antibacterial, skin-soothing, and cell-regenerating properties.
5) Repeat these steps daily until the smegma is gone and then continue this new routine to prevent smegma until it is old.
If the smegma does not disappear after a week of cleaning or the foreskin does not retract, see a doctor. Otherwise, enjoy a smegma-free member!