Treatment of eczema of the buttocks
The treatment of eczema of the buttocks was specifically directed towards the form and the underlying cause. Since in most cases hemorrhoids are responsible for the eczema, their clarification and treatment can already lead to a cure of the eczema. Anti-inflammatory ointments such as ammonium bituminosulfonate (ichthyol) can also be used for treatment.
Ointments containing cortisone can also help for a short time; however, long-term use should be avoided as this can lead to damage to the skin. Skin creams and lotions based on water-oil emulsions should not be used. Sitting baths without soap, anal showers, the application of olive oil and the insertion of gauze strips into the anal fold to reduce mechanical friction are helpful.
If there are signs of contact allergic eczema on the buttocks, all medicines, ointments and care products used in the anal region should be discontinued first. Water and olive oil can be used to cleanse the (peri-)anal skin very well. However, the use of soap is not recommended.
Greasy ointments, such as Vaseline, and ointments with anti-inflammatory (antiphlogistic) active ingredients, such as Ichthyol, can provide lasting relief. Ointments containing cortisol, on the other hand, should only be used for a short period of time, in cases of severe weeping eczema. Avoiding spicy foods and too much fruit juice in the diet can also help to heal the eczema.
How atopic eczema of the buttocks is treated depends mainly on the extent of the disease. Refatting creams and anti-inflammatory ointments are used very frequently, as are ointments containing zinc and St. John’s wort extract and oil baths. The further treatment is mainly directed against neurodermatitis in general.
For the treatment of eczema of the buttocks, a number of different ointments are available. First of all, oily ointments that are as indifferent as possible, e.g. based on Vaseline, are recommended. On the other hand, normal skin creams should not be used in the anal region as their skin-irritating potential is quite high.For more severe eczema, anti-inflammatory (antiphlogistic) ointments can be applied. These include ammonium bituminosulfonate (ichthyol). Depending on the cause of the eczema, antiseptic ointments, such as zinc ointment, may also help.
