A member asked:

I have anal burning & itching & think it is proctositus. it is ok to put over the counter lydocaine on my bottom to reduce the pain & inflammation?

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Dr. Robert Wilson answered

Specializes in Addiction Medicine

Yes: lidocaine can burn a little, but it can help. You should see a primary care doctor to have it diagnosed. There are some serious conditions that can present as proctitis.

Answered 10/26/2018

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