Question 1

itch around anus?

Accepted Answer

Prititus Ani: This is termed pruritus ani. It may or may not be associated with hemorrhoids. Area should be kept clean & dry. Moisture can make problem worse. Avoid using wipes  containing alcohol since this can cause skin dryness & make problem worse.  Warm water soaks in bathtub + high fiber diet may be if benefit.  External cream such as proctofoam may also help. Good hygiene is key.

Question 2

my nrwborn has ring around anus?

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Anal fissures: I believe you are referring to anal fissures. I see a lot of newborns with it. They look like tears around the anus/rectum.May cause bleeding when constipated or you may see blood streaks in the stools.Usually benign.

Question 3

white patch around anus what is it?

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Lichenification: That is the most common white "plaque like" patch. It is a benign phenomenon usually will resolve with topical steroids. However YOU SHOULD BE EXAMINED BY A PHYSICIAN.  There are other less benign conditions that look like that

Question 4

crawling ticklish feeling around anus, could it be worms or what?

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Possibly: Have you noted worms in fecal matter or being passed from rectum ? Do symptoms increase at night? Do you have hemorrhoids?  Medical evaluation can be used to rule parasites in or out.

Question 5

i shaved my taint and anus.i accidentally cut my taint and anus, there are now painful bumps on the cut and some around anus. what could it be?

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Ingrown hair? : It sounds most likely to be an ingrown hair. I'd get it check by a Detmatologist to make sure.

Question 6

get a feel around anus like being stuck with a needle.not painful but noticeable.happens in one area then weeks months later another.what causes this?

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Blood?: Have you noticed any blood in your stool? Sounds like anal fissure or a hemorrhoid.

Question 7

what is the definition or description of: around anus?

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You can touch it: Around, to me, would mean you can touch anus (opening) and the other thing you are concerned with at the same time with the same hand.

Question 8

can i use sophramycin on rashes around anus?

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Not a good idea: Since you don't know what you're treating, it's not good to "shotgun" therapy. Check w/your doctor.

Question 9

small purpleish lump around anus?

Accepted Answer

Get it looked at: Check with your primary care or GI physician. Most likely it may be a hemorrhoid but make sure it isn’t a malignant mass by getting it looked at by a physician.

Question 10

red rash around anus what could it be?

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Red rash: A red rash around anus could be caused by an infectious or allergic process. See your doctor for evaluation and treatment.

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