What Causes Itchy Rash On Anal Area?

Posted on Mon, 27 Jul 2015

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Question : I have itching and rash around the rectum...I have medications but it has been three weeks? I realize it is hemorrhoids plus a rash but can I do? I even work standing up

Answered by Dr. Kathy Robinson (5 hours later)

Brief Answer:
need to try antifungal or steroid and see doctor

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
There are many things that can cause rectal itching. If it is just from a hemorrhoid then preparation H or a steroid cream like hydrocortisone cream can help.
If there is a very itchy rash it may be a yeast/fungal infection and you can try an over the counter antifungal medication like Lamisil (terbinifine).
If these do not solve the problem then you need to see a doctor.
Occasionally people get a bacterial infection around the rectum that requires an antibiotic prescription.
Let me know if you have further questions
Regards
Dr. Robinson

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar