Reply #108: One caveat, don't use soap on the glans penis

[Cronus Protagonist]

Plain water is perfect. Soap tends to dry up the membrane and can lead to infections due to abrasion. I use saliva when there's no shower available. Works perfectly. I also read of soldiers in the field being told to use their own urine, which is sterile, by holding the foreskin closed and letting the area fill with urine before letting it out. That is also supposed to help guard against other STDs if done immediately after sexual intercourse with someone one can't be sure is healthy.