Vasectomy ledt a problem

[islandman]

Following a vasectomy many years ago, I developed an itch in a very small area of my scrotum/balls. It was just as though there was a piece of nylon thread causing the itch. It was difficult trying to scratch as it was obvious. After a while I told my GP who prescribed something, the name of which escapes me, but I was on it for years, then started buying it over the counter at Boots.

Most times I was told I shouldn't be on it long term, but I used it for many years. Sometimes I was asked where on my body I used it. Depending who asked, whether I told them.

To get relief, sometimes I use a nylon brush, such is the discomfort . Of late the scratching has caused it to bleed.

OK, so where from here. I know it was OK prior to the snip.

[islandman]

Just remembered the cream, it was hydrocortisone and the title should be "led to a problem"

[Old_Geezer]

Go see your GP again. I'm not expert but suspect the vasectomy timing is probably just a coincidence. Probably a simple skin complaint. Hydrocortisone cream is common enough for skin issues.

[Sqad]

Back to your GP....there could well be a retained suture, which if confirmed would need removing.

[starone]

I may be wrong, but I thought the continued use of hydrocortisone cream led to a thinning of the skin, which I think might contribute to any itching that was already there.