November 4, 2024
It can be alarming to notice a new, thick substance in your genital area. If it’s smegma, there are easy ways to prevent and treat it.
Smegma is a combination of dead skin cells, oils from your glands, sweat, and other fluids that accumulate around your genitals when they’re not cleaned regularly. It’s thick and can be white or yellow, resembling crumbly cheese.
With the right personal hygiene, you can address this condition and avoid complications that can arise from letting it go unchecked.
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