Friction Burn on Penis: How to Successfully Prevent and Treat It

Disclaimer: This health guide about friction burn on penis is meant to be a source of valuable information for the reader; however, it is not a substitute for direct expert assistance. Seek help from a medical professional if you’re experiencing a severe case of this condition.

Penis and pain? No one ever wants to go through that, even more so when it’s a friction burn on penis. The way it can shift your current day-to-day life and urge you to tolerate the varying levels of pain until it wears off and heals? Yup, absolutely not. Beat the chance while you still can is your best bet, right?

But just in case you find yourself in that predicament (hence reading this helpful guide of ours), you’re already a few steps closer to healing it.

Specifically, we’ll discuss what it means to have this type of burn, how it’s caused, its symptoms, and various treatment methods and lifestyle changes to make to heal and avoid friction burn on penis in the long run. 

Let’s get started!

Defining Friction Burn on Penis

Hims defined friction burn on penis as “an irritated, sore area on penis skin, typically resulting from excessive rubbing.”

This sore area looks like a red patch with a scrape on it. It’s the type of sight that you wouldn’t dare touch due to its tenderness, and you wouldn’t want to set yourself up further for danger. 

Moreover, such soreness in your penile skin can heal within a week or two. The skin around your penis is thin and sensitive, after all, and doing anything rough towards it can lead to irritation and, well, this kind of burn.

What Causes Friction Burn on Penis?

Read this informative section for a deeper understanding of how one can get friction burn on penis. 

1 Rough Sex

From penetration to masturbation, having rough sex can set you up for potential danger. Even if it sounds hot at the moment, you’re putting yourself at risk if you’re not conscious and aware of your sexual limits and boundaries!

All that heat and tension can redden your skin and get scraped, especially when you’re moving at a pace that fast and intense. Another way to look at this situation is rubbing one object (your penis) with another thing together without something in between making it slippery. Not a good idea, right?

Both lengthy sexcapades and quickies can lead to this outcome. So yes, daddy, we don’t want to go crazy if it means hurting your penis.

2 Tight Clothes

Wearing this type of clothing leads to lots of rubbing, whether minimal or major. This would then make your skin feel chafed and red after use, even leaving some marks on your body. Moreover, tight clothing traps a lot of sweat and moisture, which can also lead to more skin irritation like acne.

In terms of friction burn on penis, wearing tight underwear feels uncomfortable to the point you can’t move without getting a wedgie and readjusting whenever you can. And when you choose to tolerate the discomfort, your penis gets affected by all that rubbing. Not to mention, sweat and moisture get trapped, adding to the irritation.

3 STIs

If you engage in rough, unprotected sex, you’re very much prone to getting STIs. In turn, you may get friction burn on your penis if you don’t prioritize safety and care. 

So if you’re seeing redness and experiencing irritation and burning in your penis, it can be a symptom of these STIs, according to Healthline:

1. Genital Herpes
2. Syphilis 
3. Chlamydia
4. Gonorrhea
5. Trichomoniasis

It’s important to consult with a medical professional about this right away. In fact, any off-putting symptoms that are linked to an STI should immediately be checked by a professional. Consider this both a prevention and body awareness reminder for the day.

Being sexually healthy means being healthy overall!

Symptoms of Friction Burn on Penis

Aside from seeing that red and tender patch on your penis, more symptoms of such a sore burn include:

1. Swelling
2. Blisters
3. Peeling
4. Lots of discomfort (e.g., burning sensation)
5. Marks or scabs that resemble heat burn 
6. Unusual Discharge

Medical Treatment of Friction Burn on Penis

If it’s your first time experiencing this injury and you have no idea what to do, you may visit a doctor immediately. They may recommend certain over-the-counter pain relief that will improve its state.

However, certain scenarios lead to more major steps which are possible through a medical consultation. The first scenario is if the burn is severe and hasn’t healed for a while. There may be an underlying penile health condition present, so doing a penis exam can better evaluate what’s going on and provide an eventual diagnosis. The second scenario is if pus or discharge is released. Chances are that there’s an infection involved, and they can prescribe a topical antibiotic for it.

And lastly, it may be a symptom of an STI. We mentioned this earlier, but we want to emphasize just how dangerous it can be. Thus, if you’re sexually active and sleeping with different people at a time, you might want to get checked ASAP.

Lifestyle Changes To Make

Friction burn on penis is one of those injuries wherein you’ll do what it takes not to do it again. Like the hassle of trying to work around it when you do get it, we’re talking about constantly adjusting your clothes so it doesn’t hit the red spot, easing how you have sex, and even how you walk! Yeah, you wouldn’t want to go through it again. 

If that’s the case, this section will guide you through a series of lifestyle changes to apply if you haven’t tried it yet. But in case some already resonate with you, keep going at it!

Happy reading!

1 Avoid sexual activity in the meantime.

We’re talking penetration, blowjobs, anal (if you’re on top), and masturbation, at most. You need to let your penis heal, and since such sexual acts involve lots of rubbing and movement, it may stunt the process. Heck, it may even worsen the situation. 

If you identify as a cis hetero male, giving cunnilingus is okay. Just as long as you don’t rub yourself during it because we know that giving head makes you want to come too. Other safe sexual acts you can do are nipple play and mutual masturbation, wherein you’re watching your partner touch themselves while you restrain yourself. That actually heats up the mood even more!

2 Be gentle with it.

Your penis is in fragile condition at this point, wherein even simple movements can affect you immediately and as a whole. And it’s such a hassle to deal with when you have a lot of things going on that day. Hence, taking your time and being intentional with your actions towards your penis is key.

Some examples of gentle actions you can do for your penis include: 

1. Patting it dry with a soft, cotton towel after a shower
2. Washing it in slow and calculated motions
3. Stroking it lightly as a way to masturbate
4. Engaging in softer sex and stopping when necessary
5. Taking your time putting on your underwear (preferably cotton and loose)
6. Massaging it with gentle lotion

3 Wear loose-fitting underwear.

Whether the friction burn in your penis is mild, moderate, or severe, this lifestyle change can improve your day-to-day life. For one, tight clothing, specifically underwear, involves lots of chafing and rubbing, which isn’t good for your skin. It also doesn’t let your body breathe, especially your penis! 

Like yes, they need some fresh air to feel comfortable and function properly. And that can happen by wearing the right, loose underwear, specifically cotton ones.

4 Practice good penile hygiene.

Just like how proper hygiene is important in daily life, it extends to how you care for your penis in private as well. Such an act keeps you away from infection, irritation, and even illnesses. 

For starters, wash your penis up and down with warm water and unscented soap. In case you’re uncircumcised, don’t forget to pull back the foreskin and clean underneath. And don’t forget to wash the base of your penis and testicles too!

5 Apply moisturizer on your penis.

More specifically, moisturizers with soothing properties like aloe vera can reduce the irritation and pain in your penis. Besides, no one likes a dry penis and the discomfort it can bring.

6 Use lube during intercourse.

There’s a proper reason why this lifestyle change is specifically stated in the end. Once your penis is healed, adding lube to your future sexcapades can increase the smoothness and fluidity of the session. Whether you’re masturbating, doing it with your boo, or perhaps sword-fighting if you are a homosexual, it’ll feel more enjoyable and you’ll be worry-free from getting another friction burn on penis.

Takeaway

Friction burn on penis is an issue that can either heal by itself, need medical treatment, or through a series of changes. It usually depends on the gravity of the burn that the penis owner experiences. But it’s always important to stay on top of your health by being present and aware of your day-to-day life and actions. Through them, you may be able to find the source of your friction burn and act accordingly to prevent it from happening again.

But in case you read this guide out of curiosity, we advise that you already apply any of the lifestyle changes above to lessen your risk of getting a friction burn on your penis!

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