(Duh, who doesn't?) I used to masturbate before I go to sleep. However, I don't clean up my semen. As a result, lately the sides of my thighs around my genitals have been red and itchy. I can't resist scratching, and the condition is getting worse. Is my skin developing an allergy to semen? And by the way, what's the pH of semen?
The problem may be unrelated to the semen, or the moisture might be aggravating it. It's probably a mild fungal infection – "jock itch," which is very similar to athlete's foot. In any case, you aren't developing an allergy. An allergy occurs when your body reacts to an outside agent, like pollen, poison oak oil, or pet dander. Except in very rare cases, the body doesn't react adversely to one of its own secretions. I suggest thoroughly cleaning up after each session, perhaps applying some baby powder to the area. If you suspect it's jock itch, try one of the many over-the-counter creams sold for this purpose. And if it persists or gets really bad, consult a dermatologist. (To answer your last question, the pH of semen is about 7.5, just barely more alkaline than distilled water.)
Do you find yourself masturbating more often during some seasons than others? Why?
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