WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for June, 2001: Re: ctal itching

Re: ctal itching

From: Lynn D. Montgomery, MD (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Wed, 20 Jun 2001 13:10:28 -0500 (CDT)

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At Wed, 20 Jun 2001, Holly wrote: >
>I've experienced mild rectal itching on and off for the last couple of
>months. I usually try to wipe very thoroughly, and I'm wondering if
>maybe it's too "rigorous". If it was something serious (cancer, etc.)
>would the itching be more constant that occasional?
>
>I've read recent posts wondering about connections between a history of
>anal intercourse, hpv, and anal cancer. Although I've never been
>diagnosed with hpv (paps - good), I've had unprotected anal sex a few
>times with someone whose had other previous partners. I'm probably just
>over-concerned, but I'd like your opinion.
>
>Thanks in advance!!

Holly, The most common findings in somebody with rectal itching is either a hemorrhoid or an anal fissure (very small tear). The treatment for this is to use a fiber containing laxitive like fiber-con (two tablets twice per day with a whole glass of water). This changes the bowel consistency and allows the area to heal. If after trying this for a while, things don't get better, then I would have the area examined... Lynn

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Lynn D. Montgomery, MD
Director, Maternal-Fetal Medicine
Rocky Mountain Perinatal Center
Missoula, Montana

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