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What should I do about anal itching?

Nov 28, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Liu Wenmin
Introduction
Anal itching may be caused by improper clothing, dietary habits, eczema, pinworm infection, hemorrhoids, and other factors. It can usually be treated by switching to breathable clothing, adjusting the diet, and using medications such as prednisone acetate cream, albendazole tablets, and Ma Ying Long Musk Hemorrhoid Ointment as directed by a physician. Additionally, it is recommended to maintain healthy lifestyle habits and ensure adequate sleep.

Anal itching may be caused by improper clothing, dietary habits, eczema, pinworm infection, hemorrhoids, etc. Generally, changing to breathable clothing, adjusting the diet, and using medications such as prednisone acetate cream, albendazole tablets, and Ma Yinglong Musk Hemorrhoid Cream as directed by a physician can help alleviate symptoms. If symptoms persist, prompt medical attention is advised. Detailed explanations are as follows:

1. Improper clothing: Wearing tight or uncomfortable underwear and narrow clothing can lead to poor ventilation around the anal area, causing sweat and dirt to irritate the skin and result in itching. It is recommended to switch to loose, breathable, cotton underwear, avoid tight pants or jeans, and keep the anal area clean and dry.

2. Improper diet: Consuming excessive spicy or irritating foods, such as chili peppers, mustard, and garlic, may result in incomplete digestion of capsaicin or other irritants, which remain in the stool and irritate the anal area after defecation, causing itching. Adjust the diet by avoiding spicy and irritating foods, eating more vegetables and fruits, and maintaining regular bowel movements.

3. Eczema: Anal eczema may occur due to prolonged exposure to a hot and humid environment, which irritates the skin and causes itching, possibly accompanied by redness, papules, or erosion. Treatment may include medications such as prednisone acetate cream, desonide cream, ketoconazole cream, or itraconazole capsules, under a physician's guidance.

4. Pinworm infection: Pinworm infection is a common parasitic disease. The worms are active at night and may irritate the skin around the anus, causing itching. Accompanying symptoms may include papules or scratch marks around the anal area. Treatment should follow medical advice using anthelmintic drugs such as albendazole tablets, pyrantel pamoate tablets, or herbal deworming tablets. Additionally, maintain cleanliness and dryness of the anal area and frequently change and wash underwear.

5. Hemorrhoids: Hemorrhoids are a common condition in the anal area. Inflammatory substances and residual fecal matter may continuously irritate the area, causing itching, possibly accompanied by anal pain, bleeding, or prolapse. It is recommended to use medications such as ibuprofen tablets, Ma Yinglong Musk Hemorrhoid Cream, or Jiuyi Hemorrhoid Capsules under medical guidance to relieve symptoms.

In addition, maintaining a healthy lifestyle with adequate sleep, improved diet, and overall wellness is recommended to support good health.

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