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Question: What would cause an anal rash ? My S O believes it was from using Preparation H wipes. He had a colonoscopy 2 months ago , everything was fine. And I'm sure they would have noticed a rash there.
He does have a problem with shampoos , he has sensitive skin. Now he is using Cetaphil soap and an otc cortisone cream. It is clearing up,
He does have a problem with shampoos , he has sensitive skin. Now he is using Cetaphil soap and an otc cortisone cream. It is clearing up,
Brief Answer:
Possible rash of allergic origin
Detailed Answer:
Hello Sir.
I can certainly understand your concern.
I have worked through your query in detail.
The anal rash is most probably allergic in origin.
This mighht probably resulted from H wipes.
Cetaphil soap and cortisone cream are an excellent options to treat this rash.
Since the rash is resolving in your case, it is a good sign.
Hopefully it should clear completely in a week.
Post your further questions if any.
Thank you.
Possible rash of allergic origin
Detailed Answer:
Hello Sir.
I can certainly understand your concern.
I have worked through your query in detail.
The anal rash is most probably allergic in origin.
This mighht probably resulted from H wipes.
Cetaphil soap and cortisone cream are an excellent options to treat this rash.
Since the rash is resolving in your case, it is a good sign.
Hopefully it should clear completely in a week.
Post your further questions if any.
Thank you.
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Dr. Arnab Banerjee
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