Home Remedies for Anal Itching

Anal itching is scientifically called as pruritus ani, which is a common problem among both men and women though it is more common in men. It occurs at any age but mostly it seems to be common between the age of 30 and 50.

The cause of anal itching is basically the skin or internal medical issues. Skin-related causes might be a topic dermatitis, excess friction in the anal area, psoriasis, excessive sweat production or moisture around the anus, exposure to certain chemical-bases perfumes or dyes and improper wiping after excretion.

Whereas, the medical causes would be food allergies, anal tumors, constipation, diarrhea, anal fissures, hemorrhoids, fecal incontinence, sexually transmitted fungal and yeast infections.

If you are considering above of the mentioned problems, you are surely suffering the anal itching problem and this is one the main symptoms. Other symptoms of pruritus ani are dryness, burning, redness, soreness, ulcers, swelling, and rash around the anal region. Symptoms may survive temporary or for a long period, it all depends on the cause.

Anal itching is really an embarrassing situation but on the other hand, it is easy to treat staying at home using some simple easy-to-follow home remedies. You can seek medical advice if you are getting the situation worse and unbearable. So here are the remedies given below:

1. Apple Cider Vinegar

If anal itching is the cause of yeast and fungal infections, it can be settled with apple cider vinegar which is good to control the infection. It helps in alkalizing the body.

In a glass of water, mix 2 tbsp of raw, unfiltered apple cider vinegar. Drink this mixture two times daily.

Another thing you can do is add 1 cup of apple cider vinegar in a hot bath of tub. Soak your body in this bathwater for about 20 minutes. Use this once daily.

2. Garlic

Garlic helps in treating the anal itching and helps in reducing the intestinal worms which is the main cause of the anal itching. Garlic contains antiseptic, antibacterial and antifungal properties which is useful in the case of any kind of infection responsible for this problem.

Eat 3 cloves of raw garlic on an empty stomach daily for one week.

Or else, you can boil 2 crushed garlic cloves in ½ cup of milk. Drink this on an empty stomach for a week.

3. Coconut Oil

Coconut oil is the best remedy to control the anal itching or any kind of itching. It soothes your skin due to having antifungal and antimicrobial properties responsible for anal itching.

Eat 3 tbsp of extra-virgin coconut oil regularly. You can also use this oil for cooking food.

Alternatively, you can rub some warm coconut oil around the affected area certain times a day to relieve itching and burning sensations.

4. Aloe Vera

Aloe vera also provides calming effect to the itching area as it has soothing properties. It also reduces the inflammation and redness around the anus. Aloe vera eliminates the irritation causes by the hemorrhoids, the main cause of anal itching.

Cut the edges of fresh aloe vera leaf then open it.

Extract the gel from the leaf and rub it around the anus for 5 minutes.

Repeat the process after every few hours until the itching is relieved.

5. Oatmeal

Oatmeal is also found good for itchy anus as it contains anti-irritating and anti-inflammatory properties which makes your anal area soothing by reducing the inflammation.

In a bath tub filled with warm water, mix 2 cups of colloidal oatmeal.

Soak your body in this water for at least 20 minutes.

Now you can take bath with this oatmeal mixture 2 times a day.

6. Yogurt

Yogurt is successful in treating the yeast infection around the anal region. Make sure that you take probiotic yogurt; (including good bacteria) all the types of yogurt might not be beneficial for this purpose. These bacteria are responsible in stopping the growth of yeast infection.

Rub some amount of plain yogurt directly on the affected area and let it sit for 30 minutes or you can do this process at night. Rinse it off with warm water and dry the area properly.

Eat 3 cups of plain yogurt daily.

7. Epsom Salt

An Epsom salt bath is found to be great for reducing the skin disorders like eczema and psoriasis, two key factors of anal itching. It helps in relieving the burning sensations as well.

Add 1 or 2 cups of Epsom salt in a bath tub filled with warm water.

Soak the body in this water for 20 minutes.

Finally, pat dry the area thoroughly.

Take this calming bath at least 3 times a week.

Note: Avoid Epsom salt remedy if you have kidney problem or diabetes.

8. Licorice

Licorice remedy is old age remedy of Ayurveda which helps in treating the anal itching. Licorice is good for all skin problems, reduces the irritation and soreness.

Take equal amounts of licorice, rind of Chebulic myrobalan and cardamom. Now roast them slightly.

Grind the mixture into a find powder.

Now mix 1/4 tsp of this powder and 1 tsp of honey in a glass of water.

Drink this solution daily until you feel improvement.

Note: Licorice remedy is not recommended for the pregnant women and people suffering from kidney problems, hypertension, hypokalemia and testosterone imbalance.

9. Increase Fiber Intake

Fibers are necessary for your body, they help in digestion. Once the constipation is fixed, anal itching will automatically be resolved. So try to increase the fiber intake which will soften the stool and increase its loose.

Eat fiber contents like beans, carrots, brown rice, prunes, potatoes, green leafy vegetables, pumpkin seeds, fresh fruits, buckwheat, sunflower seeds, broccoli and peas.

You can also take fiber supplements after consulting your doctor.

10. Avoid Food Allergens

Certain foods may be allergic to your skin and cause irritation during a bowel movement and thus it leads to the anal itching. There are some foods that you should avoid eating.