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I have an anal hemorrhoid... how do i know when its acting up? sometimes my rectum can become so itchy to the point where i can't stop itching it.
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Over the counter Rx: Hemorrhoids result from increased pressure in the veins of the anus causing the veins to swell, making them itchy and painful. The itching is due to inflammation and the intensity increases from the direct trauma of scratching and the presence of moisture. I suggest that you clean and dry the area daily. You can add astringents, which dry the skin, and analgesics that reduce sensation for relief.
Answered 4/14/2020
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