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ok... not to long ago, itching was in my anus. i thought i was just an itch-it would pass over. it didnt. it kept itching and itching. so one time when i was in the shower, i stuck my finger in there and kind of cupped my finger, and pulled it out. (i know i know, ew! gross! but, i was really desperate. ) there were with things. of course, i thought it was toilet paper fromafter i wiped or something, but i studies it. they started to wiggle andmove. (ew ew ew!!!) i told my parents. my mom was in a bad mood, and didnt care. my dad said it was hemroids. but just now i did it, cuz it continued to itch. it happened, but this time i wasnt in the shower. it happened. but they were wiggling, bad! i freaked and told my mom. please answer - serious answers. SERIOUS MATTERS HERE!!! im scared and grossed out. please help...

2007-02-15 12:51:35 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health Diseases & Conditions Other - Diseases

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It sounds like you might have hemorrhoids.Hemorrhoids usually are not dangerous or life threatening. In most cases, hemorrhoidal symptoms will go away within a few days.
Although many people have hemorrhoids, not all experience symptoms. The most common symptom of internal hemorrhoids is bright red blood covering the stool, on toilet paper, or in the toilet bowl. However, an internal hemorrhoid may protrude through the anus outside the body, becoming irritated and painful. This is known as a protruding hemorrhoid.
Symptoms of external hemorrhoids may include painful swelling or a hard lump around the anus that results when a blood clot forms. This condition is known as a thrombosed external hemorrhoid.
In addition, excessive straining, rubbing, or cleaning around the anus may cause irritation with bleeding and/or itching, which may produce a vicious cycle of symptoms. Draining mucus may also cause itching.Dry skin. As you age, skin in and around your anus is more prone to dryness. Dry skin can cause a persistent, intense anal itch.

Too much moisture. Moisture around your anus from excessive sweating or from moist, sticky stools can be irritating. Anal itch can also be caused by frequent diarrhea or the escape of small amounts of stool (fecal incontinence).

Excessive washing. Excessive wiping with dry, harsh toilet paper or excessive scrubbing with harsh soaps and a washcloth can cause or aggravate anal itch. Failure to rinse away the soap completely also may cause irritation.

Chemical irritants. Certain laundry soaps, colognes, douches and birth control products contain chemicals that can irritate skin in and around your anus. Scented or colored toilet paper can be irritating to people with sensitive skin.

Food irritants. Anal itch may be the result of irritating chemicals in some foods, such as those found in spices and hot sauces. Similarly, some foods may directly or indirectly irritate your anus as they exit your digestive system. Common culprits include chocolate, fruits, tomatoes, nuts and popcorn. Consuming certain beverages — possibly milk or caffeinated drinks — may cause some people to experience diarrhea followed by anal itch.

Medications. Anal itch may be a side effect of certain medications, such as some antibiotics, that can cause frequent diarrhea.

Overuse of laxatives. Excessive or improper use of laxatives can lead to chronic diarrhea and the risk of anal irritation and itch.

Hemorrhoids. Hemorrhoids are engorged veins located just under the membrane that lines the lowest part of your rectum and anus. They often occur as a result of straining during a bowel movement. Anal itch can be a symptom of hemorrhoids. However, most hemorrhoids don't itch.

Infections. In children, the parasite that causes pinworms can cause persistent anal itching. Other parasites may cause similar itching.

Skin disorders. Common skin problems — such as psoriasis, seborrhea and eczema — can involve and irritate the area in and around your anus.

Yeast infections. This common infection, which usually affects women, can irritate your genital and anal areas.

Anal abrasions and fissures. An anal abrasion is a small tear in your anus, usually caused by forced bowel movements through a tight anus. An anal fissure is a deeper tear. Both conditions can cause anal itch, as well as painful bowel movements and bleeding.
Anal tumors. Rarely, benign or cancerous tumors in or around the anus may be a cause of anal itch.
Other causes. Anal itch may be related to anxiety or stress. Sometimes, the cause is unknown.
Really you should go see a doctor I'm a nurse so I only know so much but your best bet would probally to go see a doctor.

2007-02-15 17:27:25 · answer #1 · answered by *PrettyInPink* 3 · 1 0

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