Itching around the anus, otherwise called pruritis ani, can be extremely uncomfortable and embarrassing. Infections (including sexually transmitted infections), fecal incontinence, chronic diarrhea, harsh soaps, psoriasis, diabetes, hemorrhoids, anal tumors, etc., can all result in anal itching.
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I have severe anal itching due to intestinal worms. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, I am severely suffering from an intestinal worm infection. Four years back, I use to skip breakfast in the morning while in the hostel. I have to go to my college early and so I use to skip my breakfast. After this, I started to have severe intestinal worms with anal itchiness and rash... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please mention whether you have any worms coming from stools or just anal itching. If there is any perianal excoriation with any white-colored worms, then you need to do stool microscopy. It is not a dangerous thing and you need not be worried. You need to follow ce... Read Full »
I have had itching around the anus for a few weeks. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I have had itching around the anus for the past few weeks. I have used multiple creams but nothing worked. Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I have gone through the details and images (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). You are going through eczematous dermatitis. It is often formed due to stagnation of moisture and secondary fungal infection. They may appea... Read Full »
I have itching in vagina and anus after unprotected sex. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I had unprotected intercourse a few days ago. I have started feeling itchiness inside the vagina and anal canal. This started after the second day with a burning sensation while urinating. What could be the reason? Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com Based on the information you provided, you may have contracted a sexually transmitted infection (STI). The symptoms you described, such as itching, burning during urination, and discomfort in the vaginal and anal areas, are common signs of STIs like vaginal yeast infect... Read Full »
I have anal bleeding and itchiness after a bowel movement. Why?
Query: Hello doctor,I have anal bleeding and itchiness after bowel movement. Why so?Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. Bleeding and itching during and after bowel movements can be symptoms of several conditions. Here are a few possible causes: Hemorrhoids: Hemorrhoids are swollen veins in the rectum or anus that can become inflamed and cause bleeding and itc... Read Full »
I found warts near my anal region. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I feel itchiness and burning sensation in my anal hole. It has been for a long time. Maybe for one month. I thought it is because of outside food and spices. Though I do not feel that much pain or anything more than like anything. But today I wanted to see the area. I found one round l... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern and will try to help you sort out your problems. You have anal polyps and also anal infection which needs treatment. Kindly take antibiotic prophylaxis like Ofloxacin or Norfloxacin full course dosage based on body weight after prescript... Read Full »
I have itching, redness, and small bumps in my anus. Why?
Query: Hello doctor,I am having an issue with my butthole, as there is discomfort due to itching and redness around it. Now, it also feels like there are small bumps. I noticed that there is something white in my poop if that is connected to this somehow. I do not usually feel any pain, but there is someti... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. I can offer some general information that may be helpful. Itching, redness, and bumps around the anal area can have various causes, including: 1. Hemorrhoids: Swollen blood vessels in the rectal area can cause itching, discom... Read Full »
I have itching in the penile area. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I have been feeling itching in the penile area and anal area for almost two to three months. I am taking the antibiotic Taxim-O 200. It works for a few days, and some pus cells are found in the urine test. But after some days, again, there is intense itching in the penile area, and the... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Itching in the penile area and around the anus could very commonly be a symptom of fungal infection. These are the moist areas of the body and tend to catch fungus quickly. Do you notice any rashes or round patches, or whitish discoloration at these places? Are you d... Read Full »
My daughter has anal itching. Please suggest medications.
Query: Hello doctor, I noticed my daughter of 4 years and 5 months is itching in her ano. She told it was getting hard when she wanted to pass stools. I noticed a mild inflammation in her ano and a mild crack. Please suggest a cream or medicine for her. I have Sucral Ano Cream. Can I apply? Please help us. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concerns. I have seen the picture that you have attached (attachment removed to protect patient identity). There appears to be a cut over perianal region due to hard stools. In my opinion, I suggest the child should be given: Syrup Oflomac-M... Read Full »
I have anal itching. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I feel very itchy around the anus. It feels like I need to press around the periphery for it to stop. There is no pain, just irritation. I have had hemorrhoids once before, but this is not the same. I do not feel any pimples or problems in opening bowel. I tried Glyvenol cream for a fe... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You should apply Calamine lotion at the place where it is itching thrice a day for a week and take tablet Loratadine 10 mg once a day for a week. I would like to review after a week and please send me the picture of it. Read Full »
Do I have anything to worry about itchy anus?
Query: Hello doctor, Yesterday, my anus started to become itchy. I think it maybe after a bowel movement. I have been eating more nuts than usual. It does not hurt, but gives me the urge to itch. Is this normal? Never had this problem before, not that I remember. What cream can I use for repair and antiitc... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Itching around the anus can be due to multiple reasons. Any parasitic infestation like pinworm is a common thing. Other possibilities are fungal infection or simply just perianal soiling. You can use the cream well. Keep the area dry and hygienic. If not settling ... Read Full »
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