Male organ bumps are often a source of great concern for a man,
but they are not always a sign of something serious. For example, sometimes
male organ bumps may be nothing more than molloscum contagiosum (MC), a skin
issue that is annoying and unattractive but not dangerous. Recognizing MC and
knowing how to take care of it is part of any man's proper male organ care routine.
What is
MC?
Molluscum contagiosum sounds much
scarier than it actually is – which is why "MC" is used more
frequently, especially among lay people (that is, non-medical personnel).
So what is it?
MC presents as lesions on the skin. (The
lesions are called mollusca, which is where the "molluscum" part of
the name comes from.) The lesions tend to be raised (like bumps) and on the
small side (about 2 to 5 millimeters). They vary in color from white to pink to
flesh-toned. Many times they are marked by a small depression, like a dimple,
in the center. Although some sources describe them as "pearly," they
shouldn't be confused with pearly papules, another benign skin condition which
occurs on the members of some men.
MC can occur anywhere on the body,
although the bumps are usually found on the skin in the groin region. Rarely,
they occur around the eyes or mouth.
What
causes MC?
MC is an infection caused by a virus.
This virus is spread through direct contact, usually skin-on-skin, between
people. In some cases, it can be spread through the handling of items, such as
towels, which have come into contact with an infected area on a person. For
example, if a person with MC goes swimming and dries off with a towel, another
person could contract MC from then using the towel.
MC can easily spread over one's own body
once contracted. For example, if a person scratches an MC area and then touches
another part of the body, the infection may spread.
Effects
MC is usually a benign issue, although
it can often cause itchiness. Scratching can then cause the area to become
sore; in some cases, scratching may result in scarring. Scratching may also
lead to a secondary bacterial infection. Eczema is also common around affected
areas.
More often, however, MC is more of a
cosmetic issue. Especially when in the form of male organ bumps, it can look
unattractive. Appearance on the manhood may also make potential partners fear
that the owner of the affected member is not a safe sensual partner.
Prevention
Preventing MC on the male organ is
advisable. Since it can be spread from sensual organ-to-sensual organ contact,
using barrier protection is a good way of reducing risk of transmission. A man
who has MC on another part of his body should be careful not to scratch the
bump before touching his manhood, especially when self-pleasuring.
MC typically goes away on its own, but
it can take 12-18 months. In some cases, the virus may be persistent and
topical treatments may be employed to quicken its demise. A doctor can advise
the most appropriate treatment.
The itching and eczema that may
accompany the male organ bumps known as MC can often be alleviated through the
use a top-drawer male organ
health crème (health
professionals recommend Man1 Man Oil). After making sure that
skin is not broken (in which case application should be delayed until the break
is healed), rubbing in a crème that contains a powerful combination of
moisturizers (such as Shea butter and vitamin E, two natural hydrators) can
provide relief from itching and many common skin irritations. It also helps to
attend to overall manhood health by using a crème whose ingredients include
vitamin C (for collagen production and male organ tissue firmness) and acetyl
L-carnitine (which improves nerve and cell function in the member).
Visit http://www.menshealthfirst.com for additional information on most common
male organ health issues, tips on improving manhood sensitivity and what to do
to maintain a healthy member. John Dugan is a professional writer who
specializes in men's health issues and is an ongoing contributing writer to
numerous websites.