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Can hydrocortisone cream be applied to the anus to treat an itch?

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Dr. James Okamoto answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Yes: however if your symptoms do not resolve after 2 wks, i would see your Dr to determine the cause. There are several causes: hemorrhoids, pinworms etc. Hydrocortisone may help the itch, but not treat the cause!

Answered 1/10/2019

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