type of bumps

i just recently like a couple weeks ago noticed that when i wipe there is blood around my anus, So when looking down there i noticed what looks like built up skin bumps around the anus hole. They are not painful but sometimes a little itchy, not alot tho. I am not sexually active so i dont think they could be a STD. I also just noticed them. Wondering if it could be a leakeage problem or irritation.

[BhumikaMD]

Hi,

There could be several causes for the symptoms you are having. You should reconsult with your doctor to rule out the following possible causes -

'Perfumes, chemicals, or dye on toilet paper can cause an allergic reaction.

Moisture from sweat or diarrhea may cause itching. If the anal skin stays wet, the skin begins to break down.

Some foods irritate the anus when they are expelled during a bowel movement. The most common culprits are caffeine, chocolate, beer, nuts, dairy products, and spicy food.

Infections such as pinworms, yeast, and genital warts can cause itching.

Hemorrhoids, which cause painful swelling of blood vessels in the anal area, can cause itching.

Cancer, in rare instances, may be a cause.'

Therte are certain factors which predispose to the risk of developing anal itching as a symptom.

'Factors that put people most at risk for anal itching are as follows:

Diabetes

Recent antibiotic use

Chronic dry skin conditions such as psoriasis and seborrhea

Profuse sweating.'

Do discuss these with your doctor and exclude any possible causes in your case.

Post us if you need any further information and let us know about how you are doing.

Regards.

[gettingolderlady]

I have been given the diagnosis of psoriasis which is on my butt crack down and includes my anal area.  This has been diagnosed by a dermatologist about 6 years ago.  I only have this in this location and periodically on the back of my neck in my hair.  I've used many different treatment including periodic steroids which offered some relief.  I've also had a severe case of C-Diff about two years ago following a surgery.  My concern is that since the C-Diff episode my bowel habits have never  returned to normal; and over time I've had more trouble with leakage, itching/burning, smaller bowel movements, more constipation, some pain, and bleeding in small amounts whenever I have a bowel movement.  I also had a case of cervical pre-cancer years ago (20) requiring it being frozen.  Should I be concerned for anal cancer and go in to check or is all this **** just a result of these other things?