Causes of Anal Itching

• Moisture
• Eczema
• Psoriasis
• Seborrhea
• Abrasion
• Dermatitis
• Hemorrhoids
• Anal fissures
• Viral infections
• Atopic dermatitis
• Overuse of laxatives
• Pressure from sitting
• Irritation from clothing and/or chemicals

Symptoms of Anal Itching

• Burning
• Soreness
• Irritation
• Redness
• Rashes

Treatment / Home Remedies for Anal Itching

Mild Soap:
It doesn’t contain harsh ingredients that can irritate the skin, wash 3 times daily

Oatmeal:
Put 1 or 2 cups of oatmeal into a warm tub and lay in it, helps in relieving all kind of itching

Tea Tree Oil:
Apply directly in the affected area, immediately relieves skin itching

Applying aloe Vera, lemon juice, witch hazel tea, cod liver, vitamin E, and wheat germ oil will remove itchiness.

Cornstarch:
Pour cornstarch in your bath water or apply it on the affected area

Vaseline:
Scrub the itchy area lightly using pumice stone. Wash away with soap, apply rubbing alcohol, and then apply a thick layer of Vaseline in it.

Apple Cider vinegar:
Mix 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar to your bath water

Baking soda:
Mix baking soda in a tub filled with cold water. It will lessen itching caused by bees and insect bites and other skin irritations.

Burdock:
Applying burdock root oil to affected area will lessen the itching sensation

Chickweed:
Soak 2 large handful of this plant in water. Let it cool then apply it directly on the affected skin part

Prevention for Anal Itching

Avoid tight clothes
Take a batch everyday
Always practice good hygiene
Avoid sitting in dirty chairs