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The original was posted on /r/tifu by /u/dhomzthee on 2026-07-03 00:09:35+00:00.

TIFU by accidentally getting Biofreeze on my ball sack. I have an inguinal hernia above that area, so I sprayed Biofreeze on it to help with the pain. Unfortunately, some of the spray got where it absolutely should not have. Within seconds it felt like my entire crotch was on fire. I mean seriously burning—way worse than I ever imagined possible. I honestly started panicking because the pain was so intense, even though I knew I probably shouldn't. If this ever happens to you, here's what worked for me. First, I put my entire ball sack into a bowl of milk for about 30 seconds. Then I took a washcloth with just a little warm water, wrung it out, and absolutely covered the warm side with Dawn dish soap. I gently held it against the area and lightly wiped it. I grabbed a fresh rag and repeated the exact same process. I ended up doing it twice, though you can repeat it around three times if needed. The relief started pretty quickly after the second round, and the unbearable burning finally subsided. It was one of the dumbest and most painfully unforgettable mistakes I've ever made. Hopefully this helps someone else avoid a full-blown panic if they ever make the same mistake. TL;DR in conclusion, do not get biofreeze on your balls. And if you do, remember these steps!