When too much smegma builds up — because you sweat a lot or don’t wash your penis regularly — it can create smelly white chunks that can cause bacteria to grow.
Likewise, people ask, how do you get rid of the smell of smegma?
How to treat smegma in males
- Gently pull back your foreskin. …
- Use a mild soap and warm water to wash the area that’s usually covered by your foreskin. …
- Thoroughly rinse off all the soap and then gently pat the area dry.
- Pull your foreskin back over the tip of your penis.
- Repeat this daily until the smegma disappears.
Just so, does Smegma go away?
The foreskin naturally sheds, leaving small white or yellow clumps behind. These clumps are called smegma and may look like pus. The smegma eventually goes away on its own. There is no need for treatment.
What is smegma made of?
It’s made from a combination of fatty oils, shed skin cells, and moisture like sweat. In men, smegma collects between the foreskin and the head of the penis. In women, it can build up between the folds of the vulva and around the clitoris.
Why does seamen smell like fish?
Fishy, rotten, or foul-smelling semen isn’t normal. Eating certain foods — like asparagus, meats, and garlic — or drinking a lot of caffeine or alcohol can make your semen smell pungent. Try limiting these foods to see if your semen smell returns to normal after a few days. If so, there’s nothing to be concerned about.
