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Poking sensation in anus while washing
Normally no itching or poking but when I go to pooping ,while washing poking sensation come and burning sensation afterwards it normal again
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This can happen due to small anal fissure/cut, irritation, or mild piles.
Advice:
Avoid hard stool/straining.
Drink more water, take fiber/fruits.
Use warm sitz bath 10â15 min after stool.
Donât rub hard while washing; gently pat dry.
Apply simple soothing ointment/barrier cream locally.
If bleeding, swelling, severe pain, pus, fever, or symptoms continue more than 5â7 days, get examined.
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Consult superspecialist like general surgeon
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Most likely its due to anal fissure .connect through practo for better evaluation and management.
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Please consult a physician physically.
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Needs examination
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Kindly do connect and consult with me for better treatment plan and advice on practo app
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Probably a fissure... get the consultation done
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A poking or stinging sensation in the anal area while washing after a bowel movement, followed by a brief burning sensation that then settles on its own, is a classic symptom of an anal fissure â a small superficial tear in the lining of the anal canal. This is very commonly caused by passing hard stools or straining during defecation. Drinking adequate water, eating a high-fiber diet to keep stools soft, and avoiding straining can help the fissure heal and prevent further episodes.
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Hi,
For proper evaluation and personalised advice, a detailed consultation would be best.
Feel free to consult me for further guidance.
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Avoid fried and spicy food
Water intake more
Do connect and consult
Green leafy vegetables more
Fiber meal
Walk
Will help you
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A physical examination is necessary to assess your symptoms properly. Please consult a surgeon for further evaluation and management.
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Dr. Chaithra H
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Bangalore
Needs evaluation
Do 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. Ravi Kumar Nadella
General Physician
18 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Start prebiotic
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Dr. Suraj Sharma
General Practitioner
4 yrs exp
Jaipur
Go for physical consultation
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Mr. Harshendra Guduru
General Medicine
5 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Need physical evaluation
Consult general surgeon within your vicinity at the earliest
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