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Colitis (Expert Forum)
Anal itching and bleeding
Answered by
Ratnakar Kini, MD - Gastroenterology, Pediatrics, acid reflux, gerd, colitis
Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist
India
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Anal itching and bleeding
by DA211, Sep 08, 2008 04:41AM
I have a a slight problem. For about a week now I have had anal itching and slight bleeding. I have looked online and it said I might have thread worms. I did do a check of my stole but nothing is in it. I have also had a check on my anas but I can't feel for any lumps etc. I am not sure what I might have? I am uncertain to buy worm tablets or prep H?
Please help
Please help
Doctor's Answer
by Ratnakar Kini, MD, Sep 08, 2008 07:30AM
, Sep 08, 2008 07:30AM
Hi,
There are many causes of anal itching. Though thread worms cause anal itching, it is usually not associated with bleeding.
The combination of anal itching with bleeding occurs in few conditions of which hemorrhoids is very common.
Anoscopy would be helpful in diagnosing hemorrhoids.
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The information provided is for patients’ education only and is not a medical advice. Always consult your personal physician for complete evaluation of your health problem.
- Ratnakar Kini M.D.
There are many causes of anal itching. Though thread worms cause anal itching, it is usually not associated with bleeding.
The combination of anal itching with bleeding occurs in few conditions of which hemorrhoids is very common.
Anoscopy would be helpful in diagnosing hemorrhoids.
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The information provided is for patients’ education only and is not a medical advice. Always consult your personal physician for complete evaluation of your health problem.
- Ratnakar Kini M.D.
