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What is Anal Itch and How Can I Seek Relief?Anal itch is a persistent annoyance that occurs around your anal opening and creates the urge to scratch the area that is affected. An itchy anus is a common symptom of hemorrhoids which are swollen anal veins that develop on the inside of your anal canal and on the outside of the anal opening. When the hemorrhoid condition becomes irritated from straining during bowel movements or passing hard stools itching can be one of the symptoms that occur as the result of irritated hemorrhoids.If you develop anal itching as the result of hemorrhoids it can be really annoying and downright embarrassing. The urge to scratch the area becomes irresistible if not treated accordingly. The good news is that there are ways that you can treat an itchy anus to avoid the annoyance and an embarrassing situation when you have the urge to scratch. Warm Sitz BathsIf you are being driven crazy by itching, a warm sitz bath can help provide soothing relief. This is a bath that consists of warm water and a touch of witch hazel if you desire. Sit in the bath for up to 20 minutes several times each day and then make sure you dry the area thoroughly before dressing. To help provide extra soothing relief you can also apply a small amount of baby powder to the area after each bath session. Cold CompressesHomemade cold compresses can help provide relief from an itchy anus. All you have to do is place some ice inside a cloth and apply it to the affected area a few times each day. The cold temperature will provide a numbing effect on the area that you are tempted to scratch. Herbal TreatmentsThere are a number of pre-mixed herbal treatments that are available at your local pharmacy or health food store. Some of the herbal treatments are offered in the form of a cream or ointment that you can apply to the area that is itchy. Home RemediesThere are a number of home remedies that you can prepare as a paste to apply to the area that is causing anal itch. You will find a number of suggestions on this website as well as online when you search for home remedies for hemorrhoids. Home remedies include natural ingredients that you usually have around the house that can be mixed together as a concoction to provide relief from anal itch. Wear Cotton UnderwearIf you are suffering from an itchy anus, try wearing cotton underwear to prevent excess moisture from developing around the affected area. Wearing tight clothing or nylon underwear allows moisture to develop which causes itching to become worse. Witch HazelPrepare a solution of warm water and witch hazel and apply it to a soft cloth. Wipe the itchy area periodically with the solution to provide soothing relief. Avoid ScratchingTry to avoid scratching the area at all costs. If you are faithfully taking the steps to try and treat your itching this should also help you to avoid scratching the area that is affected. Anyway you look at it anal itch is a real annoyance that can be avoided with some simple treatments that will help provide soothing relief from the condition.
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