If you have pimples in the genital area, know that it is not due to some sexually transmitted disease and in many cases it is perfectly normal, but it can be embarrassing. One of the reasons people get pimples on the penis is from excessive sweating or eating too many fatty foods, just like pimples on the face. It can also be due to a lack of proper hygiene, and it is important to wash the genital area with some type of mild soap.
There are many things you can do to get rid of pimples on your penis. They will usually just go away on their own, but changing your diet can be an important part of your cure. One of the ways you can change your diet is to make sure you drink plenty of fluids to help flush toxins from your body. This does not mean coffee or other caffeinated beverages, but water and juices that are high in antioxidants. It also means that you need to cut out fatty processed foods, and many may have a hard time doing so. Instead of greasy snacks like French fries, try rice cakes, dried fruits, veggie snacks, or even nuts.
One of the reasons you may get pimples on your penis is because of your underwear. Wearing tight underwear makes you sweat more and can contribute to pimples on and around the penis. Wear loose-fitting underwear or breathable cotton, which will draw moisture away from this area. Using a little baby powder in the crotch area can also help, as long as you are careful not to get under the foreskin if you are not circumcised.
You can also use some type of antibiotic ointment on the area, but never use the same type of medicine that you would use on your face. Facial pimple creams or pads may contain alcohol and this will greatly irritate the penis and genital area. You should use the antibiotic ointment very sparingly and only where the pimples actually are. Whatever you do, don’t try to pop a pimple on your penis, this usually doesn’t work and can actually make it worse and may even cause bleeding.
There are many other resources for getting rid of penis pimples, both online and at your local healthcare provider. In many cases, simple things like the ones mentioned above will make them go away, but if the situation continues or worsens, you should definitely talk to your doctor about it. They may be able to suggest other remedies or even prescribe some type of oral antibiotics. Many adult men are prone not to talk to their doctor about the problems they have, and if you are one of those types, don’t. It’s more important to get any health problems under control and care right away, rather than waiting until it’s too late.
Usually the pimples on the penis and genitals go away on their own and there is nothing to worry about, embarrassing as it may sound. Simply following simple steps can often get rid of them.