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I got diarrhea and my butthole is burning what should i do?

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Dr. Joshua Batt answered

Specializes in Emergency Medicine

Change Hygiene: Diarrhea can irritate the anal skin especially from all the needed wiping. Consider a softer toilet paper and increase the fiber in your diet to bulk up your stool. You may consider "sitz baths" where you sit in warm bath water for 10-15 minutes at a time to alleviate symptoms.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Dr. Ryan Phasouk answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

OTC MEDS: There are many great over the counter treatment options for acute diarrhea. First, try some of those and if they are not helping then follow with a physician. Remember to continue to try and keep hydrated with fluids as frequent diarrhea can lead to fluid losses quickly. Eat small but frequent meals with low fat content.

Answered 9/12/2013

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