Causes of Anal Discomfort


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  • Causes of Anal Discomfort

    Redness, pain, or itching near the anus is hardly ever a problem of poor hygiene. Just the opposite may be true. Washing or wiping too much can disrupt skin pH and lead to irritation. Using colored or scented toilet paper or harsh soaps also can cause itching and irritation around the anus.

  • Digestive Problems

    Anal discomfort is often the result of diarrhea or constipation. Diarrhea can be the result of infection (eg, with enterotoxigenic E. coli while traveling abroad), food intolerance, eating acidic or spicy foods, drinking alcohol or coffee, and even long-distance running. Taking some medicines (eg, antibiotics) and medical treatments (eg, radiation therapy or surgery) can also cause diarrhea.

    Most people get constipated, if there isn’t enough fiber or fluid in their diet or if their daily routine becomes too hectic to include regular bathroom breaks. But some diseases (eg, poorly-controlled diabetes) and medications (eg, antidepressants) can also make you constipated.

  • Hemorrhoids

    Hemorrhoids are swollen and inflamed veins that can be either inside the anus (internal) or under the skin around the anus (external). Hemorrhoids and anal fissures (small tears in the tissue near the anus) often develop due to continued irritation caused by diarrhea or straining due to constipation. Excessive rubbing to clean the affected area can make hemorrhoids more painful and cause bleeding.

  • Pregnancy and Childbirth

    Hormonal changes during pregnancy slow intestinal activity and leave women with harder stools and constipation. At the same time, the additional weight of the growing baby often results in hemorrhoids. The strain of vaginal childbirth adds to the likelihood of a woman experiencing hemorrhoids during her lifetime.

  • Mature Age

    Menopause and the natural decrease in blood flow and gland activity in aging skin make women more vulnerable to anal dryness and itching. Many women also have to manage incontinence with its constant flow of irritants to the area around the anus. In addition, hemorrhoids occur more commonly as we age, especially as body weight tends to increase at the same time.

 

 

 

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