WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for May, 2000: Re: Embarrassing Itching Anus

Re: Embarrassing Itching Anus

From: Helen (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Fri, 26 May 2000 11:43:51 -0500 (CDT)

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At Thu, 25 May 2000, R. Daniel Braun, MD wrote: >
>At Thu, 25 May 2000, anonymous@obgyn.net wrote:
>>
>>Try switching to fragrance-free clothes detergents and Dove soap. You
>>will probably find some relief. I worked for me.
>>If I wear underwear that has accidentally been cleaned in detergent that
>>is not fragrant/dye free, I will be itching before the end of the day!
>>
>>At Wed, 24 May 2000, Lauren wrote:
>>>
>>>I haven't used this forum before, but I am at my wits end! For over 2
>>>years now I have experienced an itchiness around my anus. I have
>>>visited the doctors a number of times to no avail. I have tried
>>>different lotions and potions from the pharmacist, with no luck. My GP
>>>informs me that it is not piles or worms, could be some sort of eczema.
>>>The itchiness is worst at night and when I am hot, I have very good
>>>personal hygiene but sometimes when it is most itchy, the area is wet
>>>and has a slight smell of fish. This is a very embarrassing and
>>>annoying problem and I hope that you can help.
>>>
>>>Many thanks
>>>Lauren McCormack
>
>Also unscented white toilet paper.
>
>RDB

It might be candida, a yeast infection. Normally, I know it is vaginal, but when I used the over the counter creams for yeast, it helped me when nothing else did. Just a thought. Helen >
>--
>R. Daniel Braun, MD FACOG FOG
>
>This is for educational purposes only, and is not intended to be replacement or substitute for consultation and examination by an appropriate medical professional. Due to time constraints, private e-mails cannot be answered.
>

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