Anal Itching (Pruritus Ani): Symptoms, Complaints, Signs

The following symptoms and complaints may occur together with pruritus ani (anal itching):

Associated symptoms

  • Anal swelling
  • Generalized pruritus (itching)

Note

  • A very painful hemorrhoidal prolapse (protrusion (prolapse) of hemorrhoids from the anus / anus) should be immediately presented to a surgeon.

Warning signs (red flags)

  • Symptomatology persistent → think of: Neoplasm (this must be excluded)
  • Recurrent fistulas → think of: Crohn’s disease (inflammatory bowel disease (IBD))