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Question: Hi Doctor,
From past 2 days I have anal itching. It feels better when I wash the area with water, but comes back again after some time. What should be done?
From past 2 days I have anal itching. It feels better when I wash the area with water, but comes back again after some time. What should be done?
Brief Answer:
As detailed below.
Detailed Answer:
Hi.
Thanks for your query, albeit short and specific.
To recapitulate: Male/28 - anal itching 2 days - better when washed with water - but but comes back after some time... wants to know what should be done...
The reasons can be perianal excoriation due to:
Dermatitis due to wet skin due to sweating
Dermatitis secondary to intestinal infection
I would advise you the following:
Keep cleaning the area with plain water may be 2 to 4 times in 24 hours.
The area should be make dry with paper/cotton clothe/hair dryer.
Avoid hot and humid areas and sudden change in temperature some as it increases and retains the sweat making the area more prone to itching.
Loose underwear and pants.
Apply liquid povidone iodine to make the area sterile.
Test of stool and if infection is found, a course of an antibiotic and Metronidazole can help alleviate the problem.
Have clinical evaluation and examination by a General Surgeon to know the exact diagnosis and ask for further investigations and proper medication as per the final diagnosis.
You may also post clear and focused picture of the peri-anal area if possible as it helps me for on-the-spot diagnosis.
Take multivitamin, therapeutic dosages of Vitamin A and D as it helps to increase the strength of the skin.
Take Probiotics also as it helps restore the bacterial flora.
I hope this answer helps you in proper diagnosis and proper treatment.
As detailed below.
Detailed Answer:
Hi.
Thanks for your query, albeit short and specific.
To recapitulate: Male/28 - anal itching 2 days - better when washed with water - but but comes back after some time... wants to know what should be done...
The reasons can be perianal excoriation due to:
Dermatitis due to wet skin due to sweating
Dermatitis secondary to intestinal infection
I would advise you the following:
Keep cleaning the area with plain water may be 2 to 4 times in 24 hours.
The area should be make dry with paper/cotton clothe/hair dryer.
Avoid hot and humid areas and sudden change in temperature some as it increases and retains the sweat making the area more prone to itching.
Loose underwear and pants.
Apply liquid povidone iodine to make the area sterile.
Test of stool and if infection is found, a course of an antibiotic and Metronidazole can help alleviate the problem.
Have clinical evaluation and examination by a General Surgeon to know the exact diagnosis and ask for further investigations and proper medication as per the final diagnosis.
You may also post clear and focused picture of the peri-anal area if possible as it helps me for on-the-spot diagnosis.
Take multivitamin, therapeutic dosages of Vitamin A and D as it helps to increase the strength of the skin.
Take Probiotics also as it helps restore the bacterial flora.
I hope this answer helps you in proper diagnosis and proper treatment.
Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation
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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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