Thrush, men - Prevention 

Preventing thrush in men 

Good personal hygiene 

You will help to prevent thrush by having good standards of hygiene, such as cleaning your penis regularly and using a condom while having sex with your partner (if they have thrush).

When washing, do not use perfumed shower gels or soaps on your genitals, as they can cause irritation. Make sure that you always dry your penis properly after washing.

Wearing loose-fitting cotton underwear can help to prevent moisture building up under your foreskin, which lowers the chances of the candida fungus multiplying.  

Last reviewed: 11/07/2010

Next review due: 11/07/2012