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Is it piles or something else ?
Hi doctor
I had constipation from last 3-4 days which is gone now ..but my anal opening is itchy a bit. Which is bothering me. There is no blood in the stool. There are no other symptoms also.
What is it ? Is it piles ? Pls advise. I'm very much scared
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It's common problem after constipation need not worry. Just avoid constipation by modifying your diet. Keep your perianal area dry. Moist area makes it prone for infection and leading to itchiness. As per the details you mentioned it's less likely piles.
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Hey need more info regarding history to rule out parasites infestation ( noting to worry about that )
Need to do a per rectal examination before coming to a diagnosis
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