Your pinworm comment could very well be as I do get most itchy at night and do feel a bit of a "crawling sensation". How ostensible do you think it to be for this to have lasted over three years, though? I guess I'm having a hard time thinking I'd keep reinfecting myself for that long. I neglected to mention before that I was diagnosed several years ago when I first investigated this as having anal fissures also. I have a very good diet with plenty of fiber and no issues with healthy, daily bowel movements, so I think those can be eliminated (no pun intended). I will see a dermatologist and will let you know what happens. Cheers.
Hi,
You could be right about the anal itching bein aggravated due to sweating.
Factors that increase risk of anal itching include - diabetes, recent antibiotic use, dry skin conditions and sweating.
The causes of anal itching include infections like pinworms, yeast and genital warts. It could be due to haemorrhoids or also cancer. Diarrhea and certai food stuffs can cause anal itching.
You should wear lose comfortable clothes, eat a high fibre diet and consult your doctor about the confirmed diagnosis and further management.
Let us know about how you are doing, what your doctor advises and if you need any other information.
Regards.
Sorry, I forgot to add that I've wondered if my...pardon me for my lack of better words..."hairy butt crack" causes me to sweat too much and leads to the irritation. I've resorted to - I'm glad this is anonymous - using my clippers to shave the hair around my anus. It doesn't seem to make a difference, but I do sweat less then and the area seems to stay cleaner.