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Anal itching can start at any time and can be extremely uncomfortable. If you are experiencing it frequently, understand the causes and pay attention to them immediately.

Many people experience excessive itching in the anus area. Due to which the skin around the anus peels off many times and many people also get infection. So if you are experiencing excessive itching, pay attention to it from the very beginning. Anal itching can start at any time and it can be extremely uncomfortable. However, this happens due to many reasons. If this is happening to you frequently, then understand the reasons and pay attention to them immediately.

Obstetrician and Gynecologist Dr Neeraj Sharma of Vidya Nursing Home has explained the causes of anal itching and has also given some important suggestions to avoid it. So let’s know how to avoid this condition (how to avoid Anal Itching).

Know the causes of anal itching

Anal disorder
Anal disorders, including hemorrhoids, abscesses, fissures, and fistulas, can cause itching, pain, and other discomforts around the anal area.

Skin condition

A number of skin conditions can trigger anus itching, including conditions such as psoriasis, dermatitis, and eczema.

Infection

Bacterial, fungal and parasitic infections and sexually transmitted infections (STIs), including gonorrhea and anal herpes, can all cause anal itching. If you have a UTI or other vaginal infection, this can also cause anal itching.

Irritants

Personal habits, such as what we eat and wear, how we clean ourselves and what products we use, can irritate the skin around the anus. Over-cleaning, prolonged exposure to moisture from feces, sweating or wearing tight clothing can aggravate the condition.

Hygiene ignorance

Not paying attention to regular cleaning. Especially if you use tissue paper after passing stool, then clean your anus with water once a day. While bathing daily, clean your anus by diluting mild soap with water.

Health problems that can make your anus itching more severe include:

– Type 2 Diabetes
– Leukemia and Lymphoma
– Kidney failure or liver problems
– Hyperthyroidism
– Anemia
– Anxiety and stress

Now know what to do to reduce anal itching

Avoid scratching

If you feel the urge to scratch your skin when it itches, try to avoid it as much as possible. Constant itching can make the condition worse and lead to infection. To get relief from itching, compress the affected area with a cotton cloth instead of nails. Also, if you have regular itching problems, keep your nails short so that you don’t scratch while sleeping.

Keep the anal area clean and dry

Moist anal area can cause itching. If even a small amount of stool remains, it can cause irritation, itching and even infection. On the other hand, excessive itching can cause a burning sensation in the anal area. Always clean your anal area thoroughly after passing stool. Also, keeping it dry is equally important.

If you wipe the anal area, use slightly wet paper for this. Dry paper can cause itching and irritation. Also, due to dry paper, the stool is not completely cleaned, so always use wet paper. Do not forget to clean your anal area with mild soap while taking a shower daily.

Eat light and simple meals

If you have itching and burning problem in the anus area, avoid spicy food. Consuming spicy food can cause stomach irritation and irritate the anal skin while passing stool, due to which the condition of itching becomes more severe. If you already have itching, eat plain food.

Have regular bowel movements

Drink more fluids, and add fiber-rich foods to your diet. Adding fruits and vegetables to your diet will help you maintain regular, firm bowel movements.

Seek medical treatment

If anal itching is caused by piles, liver and kidney problems, digestion problems and any type of infection, then consult a doctor immediately. Ignoring it for a long time can trouble you. In such a situation, use the medicines, creams and gels suggested by the doctor.