
What causes bad odor from anus?

Question: Hi i have very bad odor from anus area people make comments like have you passed gas i have tried everything nothing works i don't go out anymore i'm scared i could lose my job very embarrassing i have tried so many medicines none work i take lanzaprozole 30mg & also losartin 50mg i have recently had gastric bypass surgery please help i have had this problem for nearly 10 years.
Brief Answer:
Possible bowel infection...
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I have read your medical data and understood your concerns.
Having bad odor from anus could be related to possible intestinal infection:
- candida
- intestinal protozoa
- frequent bowel movements (due to bypass surgery).
I suggest to:
- keep a good anal hygiene
- do cut/shave the local hair and clean it well with warm water and soap (especially after each bowel movements)
- get your stool examined for ova/parasites
- do the culture of stool for candida and get properly treated
- take simethicone for bloating
- take probiotics to optimize bowel flora
Hope it was of help!
Dr.Klerida
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