A member asked:

My son has a i'm not sure really what to call it but around his but hole it's really purple and red nd he says it's hurt?

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

Specializes in General Practice

Jock itch: This is most likely a fungal infection. It is called an anus or a perineum. I would first have you try an anti fungal medication. But, the only outlier here is the pain. If his pain is intolerable or worsening his doctor may need to see him.

Answered 6/23/2014

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