Patient's question:
Hello doctor, I don't know why, since I got moderate cervical inflammation, my anus has been itchy from time to time, and the itch gets worse the more I scratch it. Is this related to my pelvic effusion? Or have I gotten another disease???Doctor's answer:
Hello, in fact, there are relatively certain connections between various diseases. For example, your gynecological diseases are related. Moreover, they have the characteristics of being difficult to treat and having a long course of illness, so it is still necessary to actively cooperate with treatment. This will lead to better recovery.Additionally: The skin around the anus is prone to itching. The causes of anal itching are many:
(1) Skin diseases (such as psoriasis, allergic dermatitis);
(2) Allergic reactions (such as contact dermatitis caused by local anesthetics like "caine" preparations, various ointments, or aromatic agents or other chemicals used in soaps) and eczema after consuming certain foods (especially seasonings, citrus fruits, vitamin C tablets, coffee, beer, and cola), although it is questionable whether true allergies are the causative factor;
(3) Fungal infections of the epidermis (such as tinea corporis, candidiasis) and bacterial infections (secondary infections caused by scratching);
(4) Parasites (pinworms, less common scabies and pediculosis);
(5) Oral antibiotics (especially tetracycline);
(6) Disease progression, such as systemic diseases (such as diabetes, liver disease), rectal lesions (such as skin tags, cryptitis, draining fistulas), and tumors (Bowe's disease, extramammary Paget's disease);
(7) Poor hygiene, residual irritating feces, or excessive and frequent use of soap and scrubbing;
(8) Tight underwear and pants, thick bedding, obesity, and warm and sweaty climates due to weather;
(9) Psychogenic reactions. Hemorrhoids themselves do not usually cause anal itching. It may be due to downward infection from previous inflammation. It is still necessary to undergo examination and symptomatic treatment.