All those sensitive nerves in the member are the reason that it feels so good when the member is stroked, enveloped or otherwise made the subject of physical attention. Without those nerves, sensual activity literally would be a whole different ballgame. But that special nerve sensitivity also means that male organ pain can be heightened when it occurs. Usually male organ pain is fleeting, as when the manhood is accidentally struck. But there can be some male organ health issues in which the pain is longer lasting or recurrent, which can be very difficult to deal with. One such situation is neuralgia, specifically pudendal neuralgia.

Pudendal neuralgia
Neuralgia is described as an intense burning or stabbing sensation caused when a nerve is damaged or irritated. First described in 1987, pudendal neuralgia is a specific kind of neuralgia, one which is sometimes known as pudendal nerve entrapment, cyclist’s syndrome or Alcock canal syndrome.

Pudendal neuralgia can affect both men and women, although it is more often seen in women than in men. In men, it causes pain in the manhood, sacks, posterior and perineum (the area between the sacks and the posterior). Sometimes the pain is experienced in all of these areas, sometimes not. Often it presents as a burning sensation or as a tingling. In many cases, it causes a “numbness” to occur as well.

Frequently, the pain occurs when urinating or when engaged in mutual pleasure. In addition, men may experience this male organ pain when sitting, especially if sitting for an extended period of time. And in some cases, the pain occurs seemingly at random.

Causes
There are thought to be several things which can cause pudendal neuralgia. A sedentary lifestyle can be a cause (especially if one is obese), as can riding a bicycle for extended periods of time. Poorly managed diabetes can also cause damage to the nerves in the area. In some cases, trauma to the member or the surrounding area may result in nerve issues. Excessive constipation is also a likely culprit, as are tumors which develop in the midsection.

Treatment
Treatment will depend upon the cause of the male organ pain. Often lifestyle changes are recommended. Those who are sedentary are encouraged to limit the amount of continuous time they spend sitting and those who are overweight are encouraged to bring this issue under control. More effective management of diabetes can often help. In addition, working to relieve stress and keep stress levels down can be very effective.

Often a physician will recommend a nerve block. This involves using an ultrasound to locate the affected nerve and injecting it with an anesthetic. In more difficult cases, treatment by radio waves, cold temperatures or alcohol injection may be effective. If the pudendal neuralgia is stubborn, a doctor may recommend surgery as the best option.

Pudendal neuralgia can be a recurring problem in some people. Finding a treatment that works best for an individual with recurring male organ pain may require trial and error.

Male organ pain from pudendal neuralgia usually requires the advice of a doctor. Keeping the manhood in good health can be helpful, so men should be sure that they make regular use of a first rate male organ health creme (health professionals recommend Man 1 Man Oil, which is clinically proven mild and safe for skin). What should a guy look for in a male organ health crème? It helps if the crème contains L-carnitine, which is an amino acid which can be helpful in restoring sensitivity lost due to peripheral nerve damage (often the result of rough – if pleasurable - handling of the member). In addition, the crème should include vitamin C. This popular vitamin is a key component of collagen, a tissue in the body that gives skin its tone and elasticity.

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.