"How to Treat Itchy Anal Area for Females?"

Anal itching in females generally refers to pruritus ani. There are many causes of anal itching. If it is caused by physiological factors such as poor hygiene, it can be alleviated through general treatments such as hygiene and cleaning. If it is caused by factors such as allergies, anal eczema, hemorrhoids, etc., drug treatment, surgery, and other treatment methods can be adopted on the basis of general treatment.

1. General Treatment

Poor hygiene leading to excessive secretions and factors such as rough underwear can cause anal itching. It can generally be alleviated through cleaning and replacing with soft and comfortable underwear. Pay attention to diet daily to avoid stimulating the anus after defecation due to the consumption of irritating foods, which can lead to anal itching.

2. Drug Treatment

Factors such as allergies, anal eczema, hemorrhoids, and ringworm can all cause symptoms such as anal itching. In addition to general treatment, targeted medication can be used for different causes. For example, while avoiding contact with allergens, allergic patients can use cetirizine, loratadine, diphenhydramine, and other drugs for treatment as prescribed by a doctor. For anal eczema, topical application of fluocinonide and borneol cream and calamine lotion can be used for treatment as prescribed by a doctor. Hemorrhoid patients can use hemorrhoid ointment.

3. Surgical Treatment

If general treatment and drug treatment are ineffective, and the intense itching affects normal life, surgery can be used for treatment, including perianal nerve endotomy, skin flap transplantation, and subcutaneous separation around the anus. In addition, patients with severe hemorrhoids who do not respond to drug treatment can also undergo hemorrhoid surgery, such as milligan-morgan hemorrhoidectomy and stapled hemorrhoidopexy.

In summary, there are many causes of anal itching. After ruling out physiological factors, if females experience persistent and worsening itching symptoms, it is recommended to seek medical attention promptly, clarify the cause, and choose an appropriate treatment method. Do not use medication blindly to avoid causing serious adverse reactions.