We all communicate to a greater or lesser extent with the people around us: colleagues, family, friends. But there are topics that are not customary to discuss even with the closest. One such delicate issue is itching around the anus.
What to do if the anus and the area around it itches? What does this indicate and is it necessary to take special measures? In the article you will find the answer to these and other questions.
Causes of itching in the anus
Why does the anus itch? It is this question that interests a person who has such unpleasant sensations.
A child's anus itches in most cases due to the appearance of worms. In adults, there can be much more reasons, so consider the most common:
- hemorrhoids;
- anal fissures;
- dysbacteriosis;
- prostatitis;
- urethritis;
- appearance of polyps in the rectum and anus;
- female bacterialgynecological diseases.
Let's take a closer look at each of the problems.
Hemorrhoids
During this disease, in addition to the fact that the anus is very itchy, the patient may be disturbed by other unpleasant symptoms. These include feeling like a foreign object and burning in the anus.
Hemorrhoids are of two types: internal and external. During the first one, the anus itches for several days in a row, there are no other special symptoms. But in the absence of proper treatment, internal hemorrhoids turn into external ones. It is characterized by the appearance of hemorrhoids, which soon become filled with blood and burst. Such formations can interfere with the normal process of defecation, resulting in constipation.
Anal fissures
If there are cracks during bowel movements, not only itching is observed, but also pain. In case of inflammation of the mucous membranes, the situation can worsen even more, so do not delay solving the problem.
Dysbacteriosis
Despite the fact that Western medicine has long denied the existence of this disease, our doctors continue to diagnose "dysbacteriosis" or "dysbiosis". It appears as a result of imbalance in the gastrointestinal tract of pathogenic and beneficial microorganisms. The disease can be accompanied not only by itching in the anus, but also by other unpleasant symptoms: nausea, vomiting, flatulence and stool disorders.
Prostatitis, urethritis and gynecological diseases
These three types of diseaseswere combined into one group, since they all belong to the intimate area. Infections that are in the genitourinary tract can easily get into the anus. At the same time, patients begin to complain that they itch near the anus or inside it. As a rule, other symptoms are not observed in such situations.
Polyps
Polyps are soft tissue growths on mucous membranes. During their appearance, the anus itches or there is a feeling of discomfort. Due to the fact that polyps can grow, the patient may begin to be disturbed by constipation. The problem is eliminated exclusively by surgery.
Indirect causes of itching
The feeling of itching around the anus or directly in the anus itself does not always indicate the occurrence of a disease.
The most common indirect causes of itching in the anus are the most common:
- Obesity. We all know that overweight people tend to sweat excessively. As a result, chafing and diaper rash may appear in the anus, which cause severe itching and discomfort.
- Diabetes. Those suffering from this disease may complain that they have itching near the anus, inside it, and even in the pubic area. These symptoms are side effects of diabetes and are not very common.
- Problems in the gastrointestinal tract. In the presence of certain diseases, for example, dyskinesiabiliary tract, as a side effect, itching in the anus may occur.
- Allergy. Its traditional symptom is a rash on different parts of the body, which in most cases causes itching. At the same time, the allergy itself can be on any food, chemicals.
- Presence of mental disorders. Psychosis is usually accompanied by tingling on the skin and itching of the whole body, including in the anus.
Identification of the cause of itching
To take all measures to get rid of the problem that has appeared, it is necessary to carry out diagnostics. Which doctor should I contact if the anus itches? For starters - to the proctologist. It is he who will examine the anus and perineum, as well as conduct a small survey.
It will be important for a doctor to know the answers to these and some other questions:
- where exactly itching is felt: in the anus, around it or in the entire perineum;
- itching is felt only in intimate areas or spreads throughout the body;
- whether itching is related to the use of certain foods or to a change in personal care products (soap, gel, etc.);
- how often itches in the anus (permanently or briefly) and how much itching;
- whether the discomfort is accompanied by other symptoms.
It is possible to conduct not only an external examination, but also a proctological examination, which will help detect the appearance ofpossible neoplasms, polyps, papillomas, hemorrhoids, fissures or inflammatory diseases.
Additionally, stool and blood tests may be scheduled. Their results can tell about the presence of worms in the body, as well as allergies, diabetes, infections, and so on.
Get rid of the problem
To begin with, I would like to say that in such a situation you should not self-medicate, since in most cases only a doctor can determine the cause of itching. And this happens after a professional examination and obtaining the results of the necessary tests.
To successfully get rid of the problem, first of all, you need to take care of proper hygiene. It is necessary to wash daily, and after using the toilet, use wet antibacterial wipes.
If itching occurs after eating certain foods, then you should stop eating them. It would also be a good idea to limit the number of spices, alcohol, too s alty and spicy foods in your daily diet, as they have a noticeable effect on the digestive organs.
Another important point is choosing the right underwear. It is necessary to abandon synthetic materials that create a greenhouse effect. It is better to give preference to cotton and other natural fabrics.
To relieve irritation and itching, local pharmacological preparations in the form of creams and ointments help. In addition, you can make lotions or baths with decoctions of herbs.
Ifthe presence of itching in the anus is associated with the appearance of worms, it is recommended to take anthelmintic drugs. The most popular of them are Vormil, Albendazole, Mebendazole, Nemozol, Vermox, Pirantel, Dekaris. It is important to remember that when worms are found in one of the family members, it is necessary to carry out preventive treatment for all the others. If there are animals in the house, then they should also be given anthelmintic drugs.
Another diagnosis that can be determined independently is hemorrhoids. To eliminate it, doctors usually prescribe funds in the form of ointments or suppositories. The most famous and effective drugs: Relief, Bezornil, Detralex, Ultraprokt, Aurobin, Hepatrombin, Proctosan.
In all cases, the use of medications is possible only after visiting a doctor and establishing an accurate diagnosis.
Finally, I would like to say: do not hesitate to consult a doctor in case of such a delicate problem as itching in the anus. She cannot disappear on her own. Only an experienced specialist will be able to identify the cause of its appearance and select effective methods of treatment.
Be he althy!
