Question 1

had an itchy rectum on and off for about 5 months, feel constipated and have had swabs taken that show nothing . what could this be?

Accepted Answer

Possibly hemorrhoids: have a doc take a look inside with a scope

Question 2

i have an itchy rectum ?

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See your doctor: An itchy rectum can be caused by numerous things but the first thing you should do is rule out infection especially if itching is worse during the night.

Question 3

does cholestasis cause an itchy rectum?

Accepted Answer

No:  Cholestasis should have no particular effect  on the rectum itself.

Question 4

i am a 26, male. for the past 3 days i have an itchy rectum more at night and when going toilet. the day before i had spicy food the next morning went out few times.

Accepted Answer

Anal itch: Spicey foods can irritate the anorectal area.Another possibility is a perianal dermatitis.  After wiping following a bowel movement, apply warm soaks to the anus, pat dry and apply a cortisone type cream(may burn) or ointment(doesn't burn).  If itching persists, consult your physician or a proctologist.

Question 5

my 5 year old is complaining about an itchy rectum. do you think it's possible he has worms?

Accepted Answer

Possible: An itchy bottom can also be a simple reaction to yeast, bacteria including group A strep, food allergies. To know for sure it would need to be evaluated.

Question 6

itchy rectum, hemorrhoids or worms?

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Your physician : Would help you to distinguish the two.

Question 7

had an itchy rectum (just inside the entrance) for 6 months. creams, liquid medication nothing is working. sometimes constipated please desparate help?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: you may benefit from a physical examination at this point

Question 8

i have been having some anal itching inside and outside after bathing. i do not have anal sex. what can cause this itchy sensation?

Accepted Answer

You probably : You have pruritus ani. Please see your dermatologist for treatment.

Question 9

i am continuously having labia and anal itching. now have a rash under my armpit and my nostrils are itchy. can this be a yeast infection?

Accepted Answer

You need to be check: Labial and anal itching may or may not be due to yeast infection and other conditions also need to be checked
so see your doctor and find out what you have.

Question 10

i am experiencing  anal itching for the last 3 to 4 months. now i'm always aware that i have an anus. on an itchiness scale:  pbly 2 out of 10 . i've always farted a lot. and when at home i have frequent bowel movements (sometimes dark stool)?

Accepted Answer

Pruritis ani causes: Could you be referring to fissures, fistula, abscess? Sexually transmitted disease (syphilis, gc, hiv, etc.) should be considered. Hemorrhoids &amp; rectal prolapse can appear as an outward bulging. Anal trauma of any kind may cause mechanical injury. Skin eruptions need to be considered. Evaluation is recommended to distinguish serious versus less concerning reasons for your problem before treatm

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Had an itchy rectum on and off for about 5 months, feel constipated and have had swabs taken that show nothing . what could this be?

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I have an itchy rectum ?

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Does cholestasis cause an itchy rectum?

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I am a 26, male. for the past 3 days i have an itchy rectum more at night and when going toilet. the day before i had spicy food the next morning went out few times.

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My 5 year old is complaining about an itchy rectum. do you think it's possible he has worms?

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Itchy rectum, hemorrhoids or worms?

A member asked:

Had an itchy rectum (just inside the entrance) for 6 months. creams, liquid medication nothing is working. sometimes constipated please desparate help?

A member asked:

I have been having some anal itching inside and outside after bathing. i do not have anal sex. what can cause this itchy sensation?

A member asked:

I am continuously having labia and anal itching. now have a rash under my armpit and my nostrils are itchy. can this be a yeast infection?

A member asked:

I am experiencing anal itching for the last 3 to 4 months. now i'm always aware that i have an anus. on an itchiness scale: pbly 2 out of 10 . i've always farted a lot. and when at home i have frequent bowel movements (sometimes dark stool)?

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