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What Causes Anal Itching In A Child?
My 10 yr old has been having anal itching for the past 4 days. Benadry by mouth seems to help for a little while. No real redness or swelling. Tried looking at his poop with a magnifying glass, saw nothing. Everyone says pinworms, but I really am not sure. What else can cause this.
Tue, 4 Apr 2017
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Pinworms are a possible cause, as you mentioned or a rash/irritation in the area.
If there is a rash present then using a mild steroid cream such as hydrocortisone which is over the counter would help. This can be applied twice daily for 3 to 5 days.
If there is no rash, though you do not see anything in the stool , it would be best to treat for the worms.
Albendazole is commonly used and may sometimes be given over the counter as well. It is usually one dose
I hope this helps
Pinworms are a possible cause, as you mentioned or a rash/irritation in the area.
If there is a rash present then using a mild steroid cream such as hydrocortisone which is over the counter would help. This can be applied twice daily for 3 to 5 days.
If there is no rash, though you do not see anything in the stool , it would be best to treat for the worms.
Albendazole is commonly used and may sometimes be given over the counter as well. It is usually one dose
I hope this helps
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