To this day, “covering shame” is still regarded by many men as the main function of underwear. In fact, an important function of underwear is to protect male testicles, reduce friction between thighs and outer pants, and prevent the leakage of odor. However, judging from the current design of men’s underwear, the scrotum and “little brother” are often treated equally, and are tightly wrapped in double layers of fabric. If you wear underwear that is too tight when working, driving, or sitting still for a long time, not only will the ventilation be poor, but the testicles will be pressed tightly against the perineum, making it impossible for the scrotum to relax. Over time, the temperature of the scrotum itself will increase, leading to problems such as deformity, necrosis, and reduced mobility of sperm in the scrotum.
Men know too little about underwear and are not particular about the selection and wearing of underwear, which often leads to many male diseases. Therefore, it is necessary to fully understand the ABCs of men’s underwear.
Fabric selection
After 20 years of research, Egyptian medical scientist Shafiq found that chemical fiber underwear may cause male oligozoospermia and seriously affect fertility. Studies have shown that about 40% of men who wear pure polyester underwear continue to have significantly reduced sperm counts by 14 months, and about 9% of men who wear half-cotton and half-polyester blended underwear continue to have a decrease in sperm count by 10 months. There was no change in the semen of those who wore pure cotton underwear. In addition, most men who have semen changes return to normal 4-8 months after changing their chemical fiber underwear. This study confirms that polyester underwear temporarily inhibits sperm production. It will increase the temperature of the testicles and reduce plasma hormone levels, thereby inducing oligozoospermia.
As for the issue of underwear, not only unmarried men need to pay attention to it. Shafiq also specifically warned those men who have become fathers: polyester chemical fiber fabrics will generate electrostatic fields in the penis tissue, weakening men’s sexual function, and even making you unable to have sexual intercourse. Cold bond.
Many people think that pure cotton fabrics are the best, especially underwear. Some people don’t buy anything other than pure cotton. In fact, this approach may not be suitable for everyone. For people who sweat easily, especially men who drive frequently, pure cotton underwear absorbs sweat but does not dry out easily. If the skin is exposed to wet clothes for a long time, redness, swelling, itching, eczema or prickly heat may easily occur. Therefore it is not suitable for regular wear. Fabrics that feel smooth, absorb sweat and are easy to dry are more suitable for them.
Style selection
There are different styles of men’s underwear on the market at present, but they are basically the following. Men may wish to make a reasonable selection based on their specific circumstances.
■Brief briefs: the first choice for sports people
Briefs can tightly “wrap” the private parts and fix the scrotum so that it is close to the abdomen. This will greatly weaken the temperature regulation function of the testicles. The ambient temperature around the testicles will increase and hinder the spermatogenesis of the testicles. Coupled with the obstruction of blood supply, fragile sperm will be destroyed, seriously endangering fertility. Therefore, men who plan to become fathers should not choose this underwear.
But for some people, briefs are the first choice. For example, men with varicocele are best to choose briefs, preferably tight-fitting ones with a raised crotch, which can lift the scrotum and reduce the pressure of venous blood return. In addition, friends who like strenuous exercise should also choose briefs. Especially now there are specially designed sports underwear, which are based on small briefs and equipped with pouches. They are the representative of sports underwear. The three-dimensional scrotum support design can completely support the scrotum and avoid damage caused by frequent friction between the scrotum and the inner thighs due to movement. The scrotum is also separated from the penis, providing excellent ventilation and breathability.
■Boxer briefs: suitable for men who sit for long periods of time
Compared to briefs, which are compact, boxers are relatively loose. The looseness of boxer briefs reduces the restraint and friction on the thigh roots, making the self-regulation of the scrotum easier and in a natural state, which makes men more comfortable and healthy when they sit for a long time. Therefore, some andrologists encourage male friends to wear this style of underwear.
However, we need to remind you that when choosing boxer briefs, you should try to fit them as well as possible, not too tight or too loose. Underwear that is too tight will have adverse effects on the external genitalia, while underwear that is too loose will not be able to support the external genitalia, and will look bloated when worn under trousers.
■High-cut underwear: suitable for men with thick legs
For those with thick legs, you can choose full-height briefs (that is, the sides of the briefs open directly to the waist or upper hip bones, less binding of the thigh roots). When men with thick legs walk, the friction between their thighs and between their thighs and scrotum will be greater. If they wear tight-fitting boxer briefs, the trouser legs will easily make the blood circulation at the root of the thigh worse, affecting the temperature and humidity of the scrotum. Choosing briefs will make these friends’ vaginas worse. It feels too tight, which is not conducive to ventilation and heat dissipation. High-cut briefs solve the above problems and better protect the sexual function of men with thick legs.
Men with thick legs tend to sweat easily. When choosing briefs with high slits, do not choose pure cotton. It is best to choose ones with a cotton content of 15%-30%. Currently, some modal, silk and other fabrics on the market can effectively wick away sweat. Dry faster.
■Tight elastic long-leg underwear: suitable for cyclists
This kind of tight-fitting underwear has the legs that reach the middle of the thigh, shrinks the buttocks, helps to tighten the thigh muscles, and can shape the body shape. At the same time, it can also minimize the friction between the scrotum and the root of the thigh, and can wrap the scrotum. People who like riding Friends who do sports should choose this style.
Cleaning and storage
[Underwear must be hand washed] Hand washing has two purposes, one is hygiene; the other is that it is difficult to clean by machine washing. Underwear is generally relatively small. In order to increase the friction density, it is recommended to pinch it tightly with your thumb and index finger and rub it carefully. But be careful not to use too much force. Because the fabrics of men’s underwear are generally finer. Fibers break more easily.
[Change them every day and wash them separately in time] Do not leave dirty underwear overnight, otherwise bacteria will easily breed and it will be more difficult to clean. Keep it separate from outerwear when cleaning.
[Wash with soapy water, it is best to use special utensils] Try to use soap or neutral detergent instead of alkaline detergent, and wash by hand. It is best to use warm water rather than water above 40°C. Please refer to the tag or label instructions on men’s underwear for details.
[Avoid direct exposure to the sun after washing] Blow dry in a cool place first, then place in the sun for disinfection. Otherwise, the underwear will easily become hard and deformed.
[It is best to replace them every six months] Generally speaking, underwear that is used frequently is best to be replaced every six months. If the underwear appears deformed, the material becomes dry and hard, or the stains cannot be removed, they must be replaced in time.
[It is best to store underwear separately] You can buy some special storage bags to store clean underwear, or put them into clean plastic bags to avoid dust and bacteria, which may affect your health.
■Additional reminder
Underwear should be appropriately tight. Urologists have found that many men’s penises are deformed and have varying degrees of curvature. The reason is probably caused by wearing tight underwear for a long time. Under the constraints of tight underwear, the penis is compressed for a long time, and its physiological properties are changed.
The more natural the color, the better When choosing underwear, natural colors should be preferred. Because colors are produced through dyes, dyes are a hodgepodge of various chemical substances that contain some toxicity. As for underwear that is too white, there may be certain hidden dangers due to excessive bleaching, which increases your risk of developing allergies. Therefore, natural colored underwear is much safer.
