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I have an itchy anus at night, once i lay in bed, and have been having loose stools, but not always diarrhea. can anyone help?

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Dr. Cornelius Dooley answered

Many potential cause: There are many potential causes including worms, candida, hemorrhoids; see your doctor;

Dr Munshower agreed

Answered 12/1/2014

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A member asked:

I have an itchy anus at night, once i lay in bed, and have been having loose stools, but not always diarrhea. can anyone help?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Cornelius Dooley answered

Dr Munshower agreed

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