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Severe itching near anus
Patient has been diagnosed with thread worms and has taken the medication.
But even after treatment, the itching is persistent and it has gotten into severe itching.
What could be the reason for this
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Visit dermatologist and surgeon.
Keep anal region dry.
Apply candid powder
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Either the worms are resistant to Antibiotics or the cause of itching is different.
Discuss in details about your SYMPTOMS.
Advanced ANTIHELMINTHICS may be needed.
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Dr. Shrikant Kurhade
General Surgeon
13 yrs exp
Pune
This condition is known for recurrence. Take treatment. Restraint from touching or scratching that area. Hand wash is must before eating.
Personal hygiene is key to avoid recurrence
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Dr. Rajasekhar
Laparoscopic Surgeon
43 yrs exp
Bangalore
Fungal,allergies are other possibilities.
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Show to a Proctologost or dermatologist
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