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Hi i have had for about a year problems with my backside it becomes itchy and it appears inflamed it also leaks poo. what might this be ?

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Itchy anus: There are are number of possibilities. One is a yeast infection. Please see your doc who will diagnose what is happening and help. Peace and good health.

Answered 11/23/2016

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A member asked:

Hi i have had for about a year problems with my backside it becomes itchy and it appears inflamed it also leaks poo. what might this be ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bernard Seif answered

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