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Hi ,i have itching in the anal area for about 2 weeks now. i dont have a rash or hemorrhoids. it's just an uncomfortable itch after a bowel.movement. i did take vermox tablet single dose last week.

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

Possibilities: Itching in that area is a non-specific finding. The source can range from bacterial & yeast or fungal infection to food allergy. It can also occur after a big or lumpy stool creates a scratch inside the outlet. Itching is a sign of healing. Gentile cleansing & a mild steroid cream often stops the symptoms

Answered 9/1/2020

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A member asked:

Hi ,i have itching in the anal area for about 2 weeks now. i dont have a rash or hemorrhoids. it's just an uncomfortable itch after a bowel.movement. i did take vermox tablet single dose last week.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Ferguson answered

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