Rectal and anal itching

Enlarged hemorrhoids cause the leakage of moisture, stool, and fungus. Repeated wiping, cleaning, scratching, and the use of harsh cleaners make the itching worse. It is frequently worse at night. There are many other possible causes of rectal itching.

Although persistent rectal itching can be a sign of rectal cancer, it is not the most common cause. Even though it is not pleasant to discuss, it is imperative that you discuss this symptom with your primary doctor to find — and get treatment — for the cause. Anal fissures , or tiny tears in the anal tissue, can lead to unpleasant itching and even small amounts of blood on the toilet paper. These small tears usually occur following trauma to the anus, such as chronically having hard and difficult to pass bowel movements. Including sexually transmitted diseases such as gonorrhea, infections can cause unpleasant rectal sensations. A visual examination by your doctor can provide a diagnosis and treatment for these conditions.

Anal itching, or pruritus ani, is a common condition that is typically worse at night. Accompanied by a strong urge to scratch the skin around the anus, this condition is caused by a variety of skin disorders, infections and an adverse environment that irritates the skin, according to the New York University Langone Medical Center 1. Hemorrhoids are caused by swollen anal veins. Hemorrhoids may be located within the rectum or in the external anal region.

Anal itching, or Pruritis Ani is a persistent itchy feeling around the back passage anus. It is a common complaint that can affect adults and children. The most common cause is irritation from faeces sometimes called stools or bowel motions or mucus. Less common causes include skin conditions such as eczema or dermatitis, threadworms, thrush and fungal infections, sexually transmitted diseases e. Even very small amounts of leakage can irritate the delicate skin around the anus.