What You Should Know About Pruritus Ani (Anal Itching)
What is pruritus ani?
Ani is an irritation of the skin surrounding the anus. Severe itching and/or burning peri-anal pain.
What causes this to happen?
The two most likely causes are either over cleaning, or not cleaning enough.
Why am I having this problem?
Based upon your history and exam, the reason for your problem is below:
- Difficulty with cleansing: (too moist)
- consistency of stool
- hemorrhoids or anal tags
- peri-anal hairs
- overweight
- yeast overgrowth - Over-cleansing: (too dry)
- To exclude more serious conditions consult your medical professional.
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