What Causes Swelling And Itching In The Perineal Region?

Posted on Wed, 21 Dec 2016

Question: Have swelling and itch from the skin from the anus to the scrotum. It has been there for more than a month, but recently the swelling is more noticeable looking at it from the mirror and to the touch. I'm a 44 years of age with no other health problems.

Answered by Dr. Dr. P. T. Patil (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Could be due to infection of subcutaneous tissue in perineum.

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for query .
Swelling in the perineal region could be mostly due to infection of subcutaneous tissue (Cellulitis) However it can be confirmed only on clinical examination by a qualified General surgeon .

Please consult qualified General Surgeon for clinical examination in person .

In the mean while start taking antibiotic like Augmentin and anti inflammatory medication like Diclofenac twice daily .

Ensure to wash perineal area with warm water twice daily .

Further treatment will be decided by him based on clinical diagnosis .

Hope I have answered your query ,please feel free to ask if you have more questions ,I shall be happy to help you
Thanks and Regards.
Dr.Patil.

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

Follow up: Dr. Dr. P. T. Patil (6 hours later)

Can you provide me a prescription for the two medications you mention?

Answered by Dr. Dr. P. T. Patil (20 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
My prescription will not be valid in U.S

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for follow up .
Since I am from XXXXXXX my prescription will not be valid in U.S.

You need to get it from your primary care physician .

Thanks and Regards.
Dr.Patil.

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