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What Causes Dryness, Itching And Discoloration In Anal Area?

Hi, I am an 18 year old female, within the last year I have developed dry, itchiness, and discoloration in my anal area. I am not sexually active nor do I use any harsh products or have allergies. The area is a pale purple with visibly dry, flaky skin that is very itchy. Thanks in advance for any advice!
posted on Fri, 13 Jun 2014
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Hello,

Of your hygiene(wear cotton underwear), Vaginal yeast infections can also cause infection in the anal area, Scabies and pin-worms are other factors to cause such symptoms. Keep your fingernails short.

Get physically examined. You can take anti-parasite medications like Albendazole/Mebendazole under a consultant. Apply Hydrocortisone ointment in the area affected to get rid of the itching.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Nupur K, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Dryness, Itching And Discoloration In Anal Area?

Hello, Of your hygiene(wear cotton underwear), Vaginal yeast infections can also cause infection in the anal area, Scabies and pin-worms are other factors to cause such symptoms. Keep your fingernails short. Get physically examined. You can take anti-parasite medications like Albendazole/Mebendazole under a consultant. Apply Hydrocortisone ointment in the area affected to get rid of the itching. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Nupur K, General & Family Physician