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What Causes Anal Itching After A Bowel Movement?

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Posted on Fri, 3 Jul 2015
Question: I have anal itch after a bowel movement. I has been itching off and for about 5 weeks. Am currently taking Fluconazole. If that does not work do you have any other suggestions.
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Muhammad Sareer Khalil (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Proper proctsigmoidoscopic exam required

Detailed Answer:
Hello and Welcome

I appreciate your concern

Even in benign looking symptoms related to the anus, malignancy should be ruled out. Local examination would be required to look for any hemorrhoids, fissures, fistula etc. Lymph nodes of the inguinal region should also be palpated to observe for associated lymphadenopathy. DRE ( Digital Rectal Exam ) , Anoscopy, proctosigmoidoscopic examination should be done. Stool for R/E and ova and parasite should also be advised to look for a possible cause. I would advise you to consult a proctologist in this regard.

Wishing you best of health

Thanks

Please consult your doctor before deciding on any further course of action.

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What Causes Anal Itching After A Bowel Movement?

Brief Answer: Proper proctsigmoidoscopic exam required Detailed Answer: Hello and Welcome I appreciate your concern Even in benign looking symptoms related to the anus, malignancy should be ruled out. Local examination would be required to look for any hemorrhoids, fissures, fistula etc. Lymph nodes of the inguinal region should also be palpated to observe for associated lymphadenopathy. DRE ( Digital Rectal Exam ) , Anoscopy, proctosigmoidoscopic examination should be done. Stool for R/E and ova and parasite should also be advised to look for a possible cause. I would advise you to consult a proctologist in this regard. Wishing you best of health Thanks Please consult your doctor before deciding on any further course of action. For future follow up / correspondence you may ask me directly at the link given below http://doctor.healthcaremagic.com/Funnel?page=askDoctorDirectly&docId=68107 Dr. M.S. Khalil