What Causes Severe Anal Tingling?

Posted on Mon, 2 May 2016

Question: I have a severe tingling in my anus. What is it and how do I treat it?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Ivan Romich (26 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Few possible cauises

Detailed Answer:
hi and welcome.
this is called pruritus ani and several causes may be considered. these include parasitic infection,hemorrhoids and anal fissures. you should apply mild steroid cream,have sitz baths,and eat high fibre food. but for right diagnosis you should see proctologist do parasitic test and rectoscopy. Wish you good health. Regards

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