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What Causes Itching Between The Scrotum And The Anus?
Periodically, I have an itch in the area between my scrotum and anus. I don t believe its is hemorroids as it is not the anal tissue, but just above that. I ve tried creams to (Preparation H Gel) try to relieve the itch, but I sometime find that when drying off from a shower I rub the itch to the point of damaging the skin. It will wake me up at night. It s just in this area; no where else on the body.
Wed, 3 May 2017
Hi,
I understand your concern.
The itching you feel in the area between anus and scrotum, that wakes you up at night could be due intestinal worms (pinworms).
I advise to send a sample of your stool in the lab and ask to examine for ova parasites.
Skin parasites should get excluded through a physical examination by your dermatologist.
Keep the area well clean.
Hope this helps.
I understand your concern.
The itching you feel in the area between anus and scrotum, that wakes you up at night could be due intestinal worms (pinworms).
I advise to send a sample of your stool in the lab and ask to examine for ova parasites.
Skin parasites should get excluded through a physical examination by your dermatologist.
Keep the area well clean.
Hope this helps.
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