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What Causes Redness And Irritation Around The Anus?

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Posted on Sat, 19 Aug 2017
Question: redness and irritation around anus for about an inch, and running up toward and somewhat into vulva.
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Answered by Dr. Sunil (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
could be hemorrhoid or fungal infection.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for query.

As per your queries answers are-

It could be hemorrhoid or a fungal infection.

Go for an in-person appointment with a surgeon. Careful examination of area would reveal the exact nature of the problem.

As there is redness and irritation only, its can be a fungal problem.
However in case you can feel a mass it can be hemorrhoid.

Suggestion-
Take Fluconazole 150 mg one tablet once a week for 3 week (may need a prescription from your local doctor for this) after thorough clinical examination.
Use Antigungal powder over the infected area.

Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards
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What Causes Redness And Irritation Around The Anus?

Brief Answer: could be hemorrhoid or fungal infection. Detailed Answer: Hi, Thanks for query. As per your queries answers are- It could be hemorrhoid or a fungal infection. Go for an in-person appointment with a surgeon. Careful examination of area would reveal the exact nature of the problem. As there is redness and irritation only, its can be a fungal problem. However in case you can feel a mass it can be hemorrhoid. Suggestion- Take Fluconazole 150 mg one tablet once a week for 3 week (may need a prescription from your local doctor for this) after thorough clinical examination. Use Antigungal powder over the infected area. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards