itching of the anus

Hi, i have this annoying itch at the inside and around the area of my anus. I am very hygenic and I always wash myselft everyday. I have used Fucicort cream and Lamisil cream but the itching continues. I have checked myself in the mirror and dont see any warts or anything. Just the skin around is red and irritated. I just dont know what to do

[arisa786]

hi ,
after reading this condition i t may be heamorrhoides,,piles,
go to visit your doctor first...
thnx

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
Causes of itchy anal rash include moisture(due to sweating or frequent washing), the abrasion caused by clothing, the pressure of sitting, chemical irritants like laundry soaps, colognes and scented toilet paper, certain food irritants, medicines like some antibiotics and laxatives, infections like STD’s and pinworms, anal abrasions and fissures and skin problems such as psoriasis, seborrhea and eczema. Sometimes hemorrhoids will start off as red rash and anal itching.

Till that time, try an over-the-counter (OTC) cream or ointment containing hydrocortisone (Cortaid, Preparation H),but it is to be applied sparingly to the affected area. A protective ointment that contains zinc oxide also may help. If your symptoms are worse at night, please take an antihistamine like Benadryl to reduce itching until topical treatments take effect.

It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.