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how can i treat an anal itch
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November 26 2:56 PM (10 minutes and 17 seconds later)
         
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Hello gabriel,

Have you been seen by a doctor?

Are you still taking vermox?

Do you or did you have pinworms?

How long have you had itching?

Any other symptoms?

Thanks, Terry



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November 26 3:03 PM (6 minutes and 26 seconds later)
         
Reply to Terry's Post: the doctor took a stool sample and it came up clear. i think i may have had worms so thats why i took vermox .this has been annoying me for two years . i tried doubling the dose of vermox and i haved tried this several times. it seems to annoy me more at night time
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November 26 7:53 PM (4 hours and 50 minutes and 34 seconds later)
         
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Hi again,

If the stool sample was taken recently and was negative, that's great. It is common for it to be more itchy at night even if you don't have worms. You have Pruritus Ani, which is basically an itchy butt. If you click on the websites below you will see various treatments that will help you feel better. Remember, also, to eliminate spicy food, peppers and citrus from your diet, as these can irritate your anal opening when you pass these foods in your bowel movement. Cleanse the area with moistened toilet tissue instead of dry.

Please let me know if this helps you. I am still here.

http://www.mothernature.com/library/bookshelf/books/16/5.cfm

http://www.skinsite.com/info_pruritus_ani.htm

http://www.fascrs.org/displaycommon.cfm?an=1&subarticlenbr=17

Terry

 

 



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