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Recurring Itchy Red Rash Around the Anus
I have 2–3 small, flat, red, itchy rashes around my anal opening and on the surrounding skin. This problem has been coming and going for a long time. There is no bleeding, pain during bowel movements, scaling, peeling, or significant moisture. I sometimes feel mild discomfort while sitting. I can also feel a slightly hard area near the upper edge of the anal opening when I press the area. It causes mild pain when pressed but has remained roughly the same for a long time and is not getting worse. I have occasionally used Castor MF cream. Could this be a fungal infection, skin irritation, hemorrhoid, or something else? Which specialist should I consult, and do I need a physical examination?
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A recurrent perianal rash can be fungal or irritant/contact dermatitis; hemorrhoids alone usually do not cause an itchy skin rash. The persistent firm area also needs direct examination, so do not keep applying Castor MF or steroid-combination creams without a diagnosis. Start with a dermatologist or general surgeon/proctologist; a physical examination is appropriate. I can assess the symptoms and guide treatment through a consultation.
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Arrange an in-person dermatology or proctology review, especially because it keeps recurring. Keep the area dry, wash gently with water and avoid fragranced products, scratching and tight clothing until reviewed.
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Seek earlier care for rapid growth, ulceration, pus, bleeding, fever, severe pain or a change in bowel habits.
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Need examination by a general surgeon.
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dermatologist is a very good choice for the recurrent red itchy rash.
A general surgeon/colorectal surgeon is particularly appropriate because there is also a palpable hard area near the anal opening.
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Get throughout examination and need to be treated
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U need examination by general surgeon
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U will nee physical examination by a doctor for further treatment
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General surgeon
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It may be fungal ya irritant dermatitis for better treatment do consult
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It could be an infection causing a rash. But you need to consult
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Could be fungal, irritant dermatitis, or another condition, so please have it examined before starting treatment.
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Kindly connect and consult for better treatment
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It may be hemorrhoids (piles) ,
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please consult general surgeon and they will do Digital rectal examination.If you want more details,book my consultation
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Please consult a gen surgeon physically for clinical evaluation.
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kindly do connect and consult with me for better treatment plan and advice on your case via PRACTO app
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Consult skin specialist in person for proper evaluation
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It can be fissure or just rash. Maybe sodomy. Need to examine or see. Kindly consult ASAP
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Click on Consult NOW button
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Jhansi
Avoid fried and spicy food
Water intake more
Green leafy vegetables more
Fiber meal
Walk
Do connect and consult
Will help you
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Dr. Reesha Varshney
General Physician
1 yrs exp
Hathras
Kindly visit dermatologist
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Bachu Vikas
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6 yrs exp
Kavali
Visit general surgeon and undergo DRE
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examination is must
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Dr. Suraj Sharma
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4 yrs exp
Jaipur
Do consult
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Practitioner
7 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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