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What Causes Persistent Itching Around The Scotrum And Rectum?
Question: I am 60 yrs old. For the last two months I have had persistent itch around my scotrum and around the rectum. efforts to apply some anti-itch creams have been in vain. what is my problem?
Brief Answer:
yeast or other infection
Detailed Answer:
Hello and thank you for your question.
There are many things that cause itching around the rectum and scrotum. The most common one would be a fungal (yeast) infection. There are many anti-fungal creams that you can try that you can buy at the pharmacy. The names of some are terbenifine, nystatin, ketoconazole, and miconazole. I would try this type of cream first applying it to the areas affected twice a day until it is resolved. If this does not get rid of the itching you may need to see a doctor for evaluation for other infections or skin conditions that may be causing the itching
Regards,
Dr. Robinson
yeast or other infection
Detailed Answer:
Hello and thank you for your question.
There are many things that cause itching around the rectum and scrotum. The most common one would be a fungal (yeast) infection. There are many anti-fungal creams that you can try that you can buy at the pharmacy. The names of some are terbenifine, nystatin, ketoconazole, and miconazole. I would try this type of cream first applying it to the areas affected twice a day until it is resolved. If this does not get rid of the itching you may need to see a doctor for evaluation for other infections or skin conditions that may be causing the itching
Regards,
Dr. Robinson
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