In my years of medical practice, I once met a middle-aged and elderly patient, Mr. Li, who came to visit the clinic because of a seemingly ordinary daily phenomenon: his ** was yellowing for a long time and even crusted. At first, Mr. Li did not pay attention to this phenomenon, believing that it was just a small problem in daily life, perhaps due to sweat or improper cleaning. However, over time, these symptoms do not go away, but gradually worsen. Eventually, at the insistence of his family, he came to my clinic.
After a series of examinations and inquiries, we found that this symptom of Mr. Li was actually caused by several health problems, including urinary tract infections and ** diseases. This discovery shocked Mr. Li, because he never imagined that a seemingly insignificant problem could hide such a serious health risk.
When we talk about discoloration, especially yellowing, the first thing that probably comes to most people's minds is the issue of cleaning. However, in fact, yellowing can be caused by a variety of factorsThis includes, but is not limited to, some basic factors in daily life and potential health problems.
**Discoloration caused by everyday factors
Sweat and urine residue: In daily life, sweat and urine residue are the most common causes of yellowing. Especially in the summer or after high-intensity activity, the salts and other substances in sweat can leave yellow marks on the **.
Personal hygiene habits: Failure to replace ** or improper cleaning can also lead to **yellowing. Wearing the same piece for long periods of time** can accumulate sweat and other secretions, which can lead to color changes.
Discoloration caused by health problems
Urinary tract infections: Infections of the urinary system, such as urethritis or cystitis, can cause abnormal secretions in the urine that can make the urine yellow.
*Abnormal secretion:Conditions, such as excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) or certain conditions, can also cause yellow spots to appear on them.
Insight and prevention
Knowing the specific causes of yellowing is essential to take proper precautions. For example, increasing the frequency of daily cleaning, choosing a material with good air permeability, and seeking medical attention in case of abnormal discharge are all very effective preventive measures. Especially when noticing the color change, do not jump to conclusions, but consider your daily habits and physical health, and seek help and advice from a professional doctor if necessary. This not only allows for good personal hygiene, but also allows for timely detection and response to possible health problems.
*Scabs, although not often mentioned, may be a hidden health issue that requires our attention. Crusting is usually caused by the drying and clotting of secretions, which is not uncommon in life. However, when this phenomenon occurs frequently, we need to carefully analyze its causes.
Abnormal discharge
Normally, the body's secretions dry naturally and fall off. However, when the amount of secretion is abnormally increased or the nature is changed, it is easy to form a scab on the **. This can be due to inflammation or infection of the reproductive system, such as a urinary tract infection or a lesion of the organ. This type of disease not only increases the amount and density of the discharge, but can also change its color and odor, resulting in yellow or brown scabs on the **.
Disease
Lesions are also a common cause of scabs. For example, certain types of dermatitis, fungal infections, or eczema may cause localized** increased discharge or oozing. Once these secretions dry on the **, they may form crusts.
Indirect effects of chronic disease
People with certain chronic diseases, such as abnormal glucose metabolism (diabetes) or increased blood pressure in the systemic arteries (hypertension), may indirectly cause crusting. These diseases can affect the body's metabolism and immune system, which increases the risk of local infections, which in turn can lead to abnormal secretions.
In medical practice, we have found that abnormal changes, such as yellowing and crusting, may be associated with several diseases:
Urinary tract infections: an insidious threat
Urinary tract infections are one of the most common causes of yellowing. Such infections may include urethritis, cystitis and even pyelonephritis. When infected, blood or pus may be mixed with the urine, resulting in yellow or brown spots. Especially in women, urinary tract infections are more likely to occur due to anatomy.
Abnormal glucose metabolism: a signal that cannot be ignored
People with diabetes (called dybodiaphilia herein) have higher levels of sugar in their urine, which can lead to yellow spots on the **, especially if poorly controlled. In addition, because people with diabetes are susceptible to infections, they may experience yellowing or crusting more frequently.
**Illness: Reasons for being overlooked
Certain conditions, such as psoriasis (psoriasis) or eczema, can cause desquamation or oozing fluid that forms a scab after drying on it. This type of disease may not be limited to it, but it is easier to go unnoticed in these areas.
Anorectal problems: a health alert that should not be underestimated
Anorectal problems such as hemorrhoids and anal fissures can also cause yellowing. Perianal discharge or minor bleeding may show yellow or brown marks after drying on the **. These kinds of symptoms require special attention, as they can be an early sign of a more serious anorectal disorder.
Prevention and intervention: taking the initiative in health
The importance of identifying these symptoms is that they provide an opportunity for early intervention. If you find abnormal changes, especially if they last for a long time or are accompanied by other symptoms (such as urgency, dysuria, itching, etc.), you should seek medical attention in time for examination. Regular check-ups, good personal hygiene, and keeping an eye out for any abnormal changes in the body are key to preventing these diseases.