Male organ rash is a common occurrence among men, and the possible causes are many – jock itch, dermatitis, allergic reaction, balanitis, psoriasis, social diseases, and more. Guys interested in maintaining good manhood health want to be sure to recognize and treat causes of male organ rash, which is laudable. For the man seeking complete male organ care, the following is information on lichen nitidus, a fortunately rare cause of male organ rash.

About lichen nitidus

Lichen nitidus can cause a male organ rash, but its effects are not necessarily limited to the member. This rash can also be found on the sacks, chest, abdomen and arms.

In terms of appearance, lichen nitidus presents as small (usually 1-2 mm) bumps, which tend to be shiny and flat-topped. Coloration is similar to flesh or has a reddish hue. People with light skin may present with pink bumps; people with darker skin may present with bumps that are a lighter shade than the surrounding skin. They tend to present in large clusters, often in something of a line.

While lichen nitidus may appear anywhere on the manhood, it is more frequently confined to the head of the organ.

Drawbacks

If a man must have a male organ rash, lichen nitidus is one of the “better” ones to have. Because the bumps are so small and tend to be close to the color of the surrounding skin, they are not as noticeable as many others. They certainly do not make the unwelcome statement that, say, midsection warts do. Still, many men feel uncomfortable when any male organ rash is present, worried that it may make their favorite appendage look less appealing to a partner.

There’s also the problem of itching. This particular male organ rash does not have an excessively strong itch factor associated with it, but it does demand to be scratched on occasion.

Why does a guy get it?

The good news is that lichen nitidus is neither a social disease nor a symptom associated with a social disease. When it appears on the member, it does not mean a man now needs to worry about the hygiene of recent partners, nor about contacting his partners to alert them to a possible infectious situation.

It’s also not contagious. A partner who handles or is penetrated by the male organ does not have to worry that this benign condition has been passed on to them.

The bad news is that doctors don’t really know what causes it. It does seem to be related to activation of white blood cells, but exactly what causes this activation is not clear. As mentioned, this is a rare disorder, one that is so uncommon that there hasn’t been much real research done on it. It does appear to occur primarily in children and young adults, so it seems to be something a man “grows out of.”

Treatment

Because lichen nitidus is benign and doesn’t cause any real problems (other than appearance and some itchiness), many doctors advise against treatment. The condition generally goes away of its own accord after a few months; it leaves no traces, such as scarring. However, it can recur.

When treatment is recommended, it is often in the form of corticosteroids, vitamin A, antihistamines or light therapy.

If the male organ rash caused by lichen nitidus leads to excess itchiness, use of a superior manhood health crème (health professionals recommend Man1 Man Oil, which is clinically proven mild and safe for skin) may help. By applying a crème with a high-end emollient (such as Shea butter) and a natural hydrating agent (such as vitamin E), the skin can be re-moisturized, which often helps decrease itchiness. Many superior crèmes also contain vitamin A, which is frequently used in treatment of lichen nitidus. The vitamin’s antibacterial properties have the added benefit of dampening unwanted male organ odor.

Visit http://www.menshealthfirst.com for additional information on most common manhood health issues, tips on improving member sensitivity and what to do to maintain a healthy manhood. John Dugan is a professional writer who specializes in men's health issues and is an ongoing contributing writer to numerous websites.