Anal Itching Home Remedies, Symptoms, Anal Itching Causes, Hemorrhoids

The irritation and reddening of the skin in the anal region owing to many factors is anal itching.
Symptoms of Anal Itching

Itching after a bowel movement - maybe intense and persistent too.
Anal skin is reddened due to the irritation

Causes of anal itching

• Seepage of fecal matter due to diarrhea
• Aged people (anal skin becomes more irregular and harder to clean)
• People with hemorrhoids and people with poor hygiene are often prone to irritation and itching.
• Fecal soilage causes maximum irritation in the anal region.
• Constipation is also one of the factors.
• Itching is further aggravated by wearing non-absorbent, tight clothes in hot weather; stress, walking, bike riding and sitting on a plastic sheet for a long time.

Home remedies for Anal Itching

1. Scratching can cause infection and additional irritation, so avoid it.Use pre-moistened wipes to clean the anal area gently and with great care. Wash the area with soap and water rinse thoroughly and pat it dry.
2. Use simple, plain, non-colored, unscented tissues.
3. Place a small cotton pad against the anal opening if you have leakage and keep changing it.
4. Always carry along few individually packed pre-moistened wipes in case of emergency.
5. Avoid activities that causes excessive perspiration like long bike rides, till the problem is resolved.
6. Corticoid creams or lotions can be used to control itching.

How can one prevent Anal Itching

1. After bowels wash your anal area regularly with soap and water, clean it with tissue and pat the area dry.
2. Wear comfortable, cotton under garments..

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