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A member asked:

My butt s itchy, but i know it's not pinworms. how do i figure out what it is?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

See a doctor: There are a variety of causes so your best bet is to seea gastroenterologist for evaluation and treatment.

Answered 2/26/2016

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