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I am in postpartum ,it's been 8 days facing Anal itching,and irritation while passing motion,but I have no constipation or hard stool,please suggest
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Take tablet Albend 400 mg single dose.
Try sitz bath.
You can consult me (MS Obstetrics and Gynaecology) on practo as you are in postpartum and this condition requires further discussion.
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Take sitz bath twice a day for 15 minutes.
Apply anovate gel for irritation and itching.
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Post-partum anal itching and irritation in the first 1–2 weeks is very common, even when stools are soft. This usually happens due to factors such as mild hemorrhoids (piles), small anal fissures from delivery strain, local skin sensitivity, postpartum sweating/moisture, or irritation from frequent wiping. The good news is that this is treatable and not dangerous, and most new mothers recover fully with simple care.
Next Steps
1. For itching and irritation
Apply Lignocaine + Hydrocortisone cream (e.g., Lignocort or Anovate) twice daily for 5–7 days.
If the area feels dry or irritated, you may use Sitz bath: Soak your anal area in warm water for 10–15 minutes, twice a day. This gives very quick relief.
2. For comfort during passing stool
Even if stool is soft, add Isabgol (psyllium husk) 1 tsp at bedtime with warm water for a few days. This reduces friction and allows smoother passage.
Drink enough water (8–10 glasses/day), especially if breastfeeding.
3. Hygiene tips
Avoid rubbing or wiping repeatedly. Use soft wet wipes instead of dry toilet paper.
Keep the area dry,moisture increases itching. Pat dry after washing.
Wear loose cotton underwear.
Health Tips
Seek review if you notice:
Persistent bleeding,
Severe pain while passing stool (possible fissure),
Swelling or lump that worsens
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Is there any pinworms seen in your stool...or is there any rashes in perianal region?
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Shahbaz Khan
General Physician
4 yrs exp
Delhi
Sitz bath could help but getting an evaluation done at the clinic would be the best for this
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Dr. Surya Teja Akkineni
Internal Medicine
3 yrs exp
Vijayawada
Take more fibre and u can use anobliss ointment please consult
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Jhansi
Avoid fried and spicy food
Water intake more
Do connect and consult
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Dr. Sajid Ali
General Practitioner
4 yrs exp
Kanpur
Have Sitz bath
Tab Levo M once a day for 3day
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