What Causes Bump On Anus With Severe Itching?

Posted on Mon, 28 Dec 2015

Question: around my anus i have a itching that causes it to be sore when i itch i have put lotions and creams they work for a while and then-it starts again i wash with a mild soap and that helps a bit it started riht after i had a little bumb that came to a head and broke

Answered by Dr. Kathy Robinson (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
try anti-fungal cream

Detailed Answer:
Hello, I am sorry that you are having this problem. It is fairly common to have some yeast infection around the rectal area. Try an over the counter antifungal cream like lamisil (terbenifine) twice a day for one week and see if that helps. If not you may need to see a doctor to get a diagnosis. The lotions could be making the situation worse and if it is yeast and not bacteria then the antibiotic cream would not be helpful. If if gets very red, painful and angry then you may need oral antibiotics so if that happens see a doctor right away.
I hope it is better soon,
Dr. Robinson

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Kathy Robinson (5 hours later)

Thanks will try the anti fungal cream its not red and angry yet but it sure wants me to itch it

Answered by Dr. Kathy Robinson (14 hours later)

Brief Answer:
you are welcome

Detailed Answer:
I hope this works for you and you get some relief soon
Dr Robinson

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar