Pruritus ani (Latin for itchy anus) is very common, has lots of causes. Irritation from one's own feces is one of them. Hemorrhoids too. And yeast infection. Etc, etc. STD usually isn't responsible. Same advice: See a HCP.
HHH, MD
Thanks so much for replying quickly! The itchy scrotum has gotten a bit better but my concern now is with the swollen and itchy anus that is just unberable. I haven't been able to sleep well for weeks. Could this be something that has spread to the anus? Could this be a result of super stress? I have hemmorhoids before but they usally go away. Thanks again for your time!
Prominently itching spots in the genital area raises several possibilities, including jock itch, yeast infection, scabies, crab lice, allergic reaction, and others. But unlikely to be herpes, syphilis, or other classical STDs. If it's a fungal (yeast) infection or jock itch, the hydrocortisone will make it worse.
Bottom line: Stop trying to guess and to get a diagnosis on line; see a health care provider.
Good luck-- HHH, MD