Keeping Clean
Gently wash the penis with warm water each day during a shower or bath. While regular personal hygiene is important, too much washing with soap and shower gels can cause soreness; a mild or non-perfumed soap to reduce the risk of skin irritation should be used. Also, gently washing the penis once a day with warm water is sufficient to maintain good hygiene. If there is a foreskin on the penis, pull it bak gently and wash underneath. If underneath the foreskin is not washed correctly, a cheesy-looking substance called smegma may begin to gather.
Smegma is a natural lubricant that keeps the penis moist. It's found on the head of the penis and under the foreskin. If smegma builds up in the foreskin, it can start to smell, hamper the easy roll-back of the foreskin and become a breeding ground for bacteria. Left untreated further complications may develop.