After itching
After itching is a relatively unspecific symptom, which means that there can be various causes behind it. In order to make a diagnosis, a physical examination and a close examination of the anus and the rectum are necessary. Behind the anal itching can be a damage of the skin, for example a tear in the mucous membrane, which can be caused by too high pressure during defecation, or psoriasis as well as an allergic reaction such as detergent or an infection with a skin fungus.
Hemorrhoids can also cause anal itching, as can diabetes mellitus or Crohn’s disease. Enlarged anal folds or a fistula can also cause anal itching. Which might also interest you: Worms in the intestine In some cases the symptom anal itching also occurs with a tumour on the anus.
In order to clarify the cause and to be able to initiate an adequate treatment, it is therefore advisable to consult your doctor. In order to prevent anal itching, it can be helpful to soften the stool with the food and liquid you are taking in, so that no excessive pressure has to be built up during bowel movement, which would otherwise promote haemorrhoids and cracks. In addition, adequate hygiene of the anus can be beneficial. Strong soap should not be used, as this could additionally irritate the sensitive mucous membrane and thus cause further anal itching.
Afterburning
Afterburning often occurs in connection with anal itching. Accordingly, the causes are similar. The most common causes are haemorrhoids or a tear in the mucous membrane of the anus caused by too hard stool, as well as any other damage to the skin and mucous membrane of the anus, for example eczema or psoriasis.
In some cases there is an allergy to detergents, fabric softeners or toilet paper with certain additives. Both inadequate and excessive hygiene of the anus area with soap can damage the skin surface and cause anus burning. After the consumption of spicy food, which contains the so-called “capsaicin”, which is usually responsible for the perceived sharpness, an anal burning can occur during bowel movements, as the “capsaicin” is effective at the pain receptors of the anal mucosa.
In rare cases, an anal burning may also indicate a tumour of the anus. If it persists for a long time, it is certainly advisable to consult a doctor to find out the cause and to be able to fight against it.