Dear Dr. Ava

Itchy Crotch

Question: I’m a guy who recently got a nasty case of poison oak all over his “party package” (if you know what I mean).  The itching and swelling were terrible.  My entire crotch looked like a radioactive wasteland.  Anyway, I’m feeling much better now and everything seems to be in good, working order.  But this is the second time this has happened to me and I’m wondering if there is any risk to my reproductive system should it happen again.

Answer: Sorry to hear about your swollen, itchy party package, but I’m glad it’s back to it’s normal, happy self.  You’re obviously susceptible to getting a case of poison oak so you must find out what you can do to prevent this from happening again.  The best advice I can give you is to treat your penis like a god.  Protect him from overexposure to heat, always wear a condom when you have sex, and keep him squeaky clean.  Also, certain medications can boost a nasty flare up of the party package area.  I don’t think it’s going to affect your reproductive system, but I recommend you visit a urologist and get a full party package check-up.