Why are tight underwear uncomfortable?

Wearing tight underwear can be uncomfortable mainly because it compresses the skin and affects local blood circulation. Underwear that is too tight may cause friction irritation, local moisture, skin allergies and other problems. Long-term wearing may also increase the risk of genitourinary system infection.

Tight underwear exerts constant pressure on the perineal skin, which can easily lead to folliculitis or contact dermatitis. Underwear made of chemical fiber has poor air permeability, and the failure of sweat to evaporate in time will cause local temperature to rise and bacterial growth to accelerate. Women wearing tight underwear for a long time may cause damage to the vulva skin due to friction and increase the probability of vaginitis. Squeezing of male testicles will affect the sperm production environment, and in severe cases may induce varicocele.

When some people are allergic to dyes or materials, tight underwear can aggravate skin itching. Diabetics are more likely to develop fungal infections if they wear tight underwear, and obese people may develop skin maceration in the groin area. Wearing tight underwear during exercise will limit the range of motion of the hip joints, and strenuous activities such as running may cause skin ulcers due to friction.

It is recommended to choose loose underwear made of pure cotton or modal. The waist and trouser legs should be moderately elastic and not tight against the skin. Newly purchased underwear should be washed before wearing, and should be replaced promptly after sweating. If symptoms such as persistent itching, redness and swelling occur, you should seek medical examination and avoid using ointments on your own. You can choose to wear no-marking boxers or sleep naked at night to give your perineum ample rest.