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What Could Be Itchy Anus With Hard Poop?

About 2 Saturdays ago I a little issue with my stomach and going to the bathroom. It caused my anus to itch and I wasn't thinking about it but on impulse I scratched it. It wasn't until Thursday that I noticed that it was itchy more than usual. I had a few issues with my poop being hard which didn't help it at all. Anyways, I am not in pain or anything. It is more annoying than anything.
Mon, 20 Jan 2014
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Hi. This can be due to an infection associated with itching and scratching small injuries irritating more. Hard stool might have cause a small unnoticeable injury to start with. Have sitz bath in a tub with warm water. Take laxative to soften the stools . Keep the area clean and dry. If this is not resolved I would advise you to take a consultation with a Doctor who should examine you.
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What Could Be Itchy Anus With Hard Poop?

Hi. This can be due to an infection associated with itching and scratching small injuries irritating more. Hard stool might have cause a small unnoticeable injury to start with. Have sitz bath in a tub with warm water. Take laxative to soften the stools . Keep the area clean and dry. If this is not resolved I would advise you to take a consultation with a Doctor who should examine you.