Itchy Bum - Anal ItchingTreatments - Stop Scratching Your Itchy Bum Remedy
Posted: Monday, June 29, 2009
by Kacycarr
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Itchy Bum - Is it true that "pruritis ani" is some sort of condition linked to the bottom? Yes it is. It is also common and most annoying. If asked what the problem actually is, people who suffer with pruritis ani will say they have an itchy bum, whereas the medics wording would be "anal itching." The condition is more likely to be at its most severe at night or after bowel movement. It can be so bad at times that a patient will do their best to avoid any situation that could give reason for an itch to occur resulting in them having to scrawb at the skin for relief.
What causes this to happen? Would you believe, although hygiene is important in regards to keeping the genitals healthy and clean, too much washing of the anus has been blamed for anal itching occurring? Moisture around the anus from extreme sweating or from moist sticky stools is another possible cause.
Each individual varies, so do the causes. In some cases of a loose and/or irritating stool being named for reasoning itchiness was due to high intake of liquids. It's quite worrying to think that some of the given possible causes for the itchy bum complaint are connected too things in our life that is natural for us to do, and out of our jurisdiction to be able to stop or prevent… things like using the loo, and having to eat and drink. We all need to pass urine and feces' because it's a natural body function that happens, so what are we supposed to do, now that we have been alerted to the fact that sticky stools can cause this. The best possible way to help stop your bum itching is to change your cleaning habits, and maybe eating habits too.
Beverages such as beer, milk, citrus juices and drinks containing caffeine, such as coffee, tea and some fizzy soda's can set the ball rolling causing aggravation. Once again due to people's differences not all will be affected by this, but should you be one who is, then help you're self, and cut down or cut out food and drinks you know that cause you to suffer. Some itchy bum cases have proven to be caused by chocolate, fruits, tomatoes, nuts and popcorn. Pruritis ani can come about from pinworms, psoriasis, eczema, dermatitis, haemorrhoids, anal fissures, infections and allergies, although not common. Although stated as uncommon, this just means not often, so they can reason the condition.
You are not to believe all the stories you hear about people who scratch their bum being dirty. How far from the truth this assumption is, pruritis ani is not usually a result of lack of cleanliness. People are more known to have scrupulously clean genitals because they tend to scrub and scrub in hope to rid whatever is causing them to scratch their bottom.
Vigorous cleaning is not good, in fact it is bad because you can worsen the condition by damaging the skin and washing away protective natural oils that are most essential.
About Pruritus Ani
The anus as we are all aware is located between the buttocks and it is from here bowel motions are passed. The skin surrounding the anus is pressed together and subject to friction. Because of location it is usual for the anal area to become warm and humid giving cause for discomfort leading to itchiness. Pruritis Ani is the name given to continual bouts of itching and irritation around the anal region.
It's kind of scary for some patients who can't put their finger on a cause for their itchy bum. But for others, common prognosis's come back as a result of infection and skin diseases like piles which can affect the peri-anal region. It is the male we recognize pruritis ani to develop in, more so than the female.
Pruritis ani is a frustrating and an embarrassing concern, however you shouldn't let this hold you back from seeing your GP. Anal issues may be new to you but not to your doctor who on a wide scale will treat men and women in great numbers daily. The only way to get relief for your itch and irritation is with treatment recommended by your GP. Using creams and lotions can cause more complications for you, so ask your doctor for advice.
It is not a long process to find out what it is you are suffering from. Your GP will need to examine you. He/she will concentrate on the back passage to try and determine the condition and cause. From the examination the exact problem can be found.
A blood sample maybe taken for testing, and if a condition is detected from this, you will be prescribed the right treatment to cure it. Leaving it untreated can cause inflammation and possibly infections setting in. Cream or ointment, possibly a short course of mild steroid cream to reduce the inflammation and/or a barrier cream to protect the area from leakage of faeces/mucus, maybe prescribed
There are some things you can do to help treat and prevent pruritus ani
- Wash and rinse the anus after opening your bowels
- Use medicated wipes
- Keep the genitals dry. Don't rub hard with a towel, it is safer to dab lightly. The anus takes some flak during the day as it is causing the surrounding skin to become sensitive so treat it as such.
- Avoid ointments or creams, unless suggested to do so by your doctor.
- Do not use soap of any sort to clean the anus.
- Be careful with what type of toilet paper you use. Crisp and hard is not good for the skin
- Always use a dabbing motion to clean the area instead of rubbing.
- Avoid scratching if possible, it's hard I know when the itch is unbearable, but if you feel you can't resist then gently dab at the itch
- Don't douse the anal area with moisture
- Apply cornstarch powder to keep the anus dry
- You are not to use medicated, scented and deodorant powders
- Use warm water to wash your bottom and, non-biological laundry detergent for washing underwear.
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Top-level comments on this article: (2 total)Itching and pain be gone! I found a solution to Anal Itch in the Hand Bidet Sprayers they use in Thailand. Every doctor will tell you that you need to clean but the key is you need to do it without irritating the skin. Difficult to accomplish when you have an itch that is just begging to be scratched. But cleaning with a water spray does just that and it is easy, convenient and no one need know what you are using it for. I bought mine at bathroomsprayers and installed it myself.
Thanks for your input Jeff9 it is much appreciated in helping others who read what you write. Oh and by the way because you took time out to share with us your experience we now know what you use your spray for.(lol)Keep well Jeff and any more tips you have will be warmly welcomedOK, but don't blame me....you asked. Another tip. Simple logic and experience tells us that allot of hemorrhoids are due to straining. With a Hand Bathroom Bidet Sprayer from Bathroomsprayers. com you can also use it as a sort of home made colonic and shoot a blast of water up the pipes to get things moving. It's 100 times faster than an enema, more confortable, and very efficient and once again no one need know what you are doing or why. Private and confidential. Now you really know what I do with my sprayer. Regards.
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