Pruritus Ani: Causes & Reasons

Possible Causes for Pruritus Ani

Table 7 Distribution of pruritus ani stages in 317 patients with pruritus ani and comparison of pruritus ani stages in 155 patients with exclusive pruritus ani vs.162 patients [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Pruritus ani: a practical approach. Surg Clin North Am. 1978; 58 :505–512. [ PubMed ] [ Google Scholar ] 84. Daniel GL, Longo WE, Vernava AM 3rd. Pruritus ani. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

PRURITUS ANI Pruritus ani is a symptom complex, not a disease. It is a common but socially embarrassing condition. [dx.doi.org]

Enterobiasis

Abstract Pruritus ani is frequently encountered in children by the primary care physician and the pediatrician. [doi.org]

Prolapsed Hemorrhoids

Not reduced hemorrhoids may cause itching or called pruritus ani. There are some conditions that this simple treatment can’t work. [freehemorrhoids.com]

Primary pruritus ani occurs when there is no discernible cause. [ahcmedia.com]

Mucus from the hemorrhoid may also leak, and this can inflame the skin around the anus and cause pruritus ani or anal itching. 8 Prolapsed Hemorrhoids These refer to hemorrhoids [articles.mercola.com]

Perianal Candidiasis

Pruritus ani; pp. 49–53. [ Google Scholar ] 6. Zuccati G, Lotti T, Mastrolorenzo A, Rapaccini A, Tiradritti L. Pruritus ani. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Secondary pruritus ani Causes of secondary pruritus ani are numerous and include: Skin disorders Thought to account for 50% of secondary pruritus ani. [patient.info]

The perianal skin tends to itch, which can result from numerous causes (see Table: Some Causes of Pruritus Ani ). This condition is also known as pruritus ani. [merckmanuals.com]

Dermatitis Medicamentosa due to Ingested Drugs

ANI ET VULVAE ET SCROTI 286 CHAPTER CXVI TINEA UNGUIUM 290 CHAPTER CXVII URTICARIA 292 CHAPTER CXVIII URTICARIA PIGMENTOSA 296 CHAPTER CXIX VARICOSE ULCER 298 CHAPTER CXX [books.google.de]

ULCER 272 TERTIARY ULCER 274 TERTIARY ULCERATING SYPHILIDE 276 CHAPTER CXII TINEA BARBAI 278 CHAPTER CXIII TINEA CIRCINATA 280 CHAPTER CXIV TINEA CRURIS 282 CHAPTER CXV PRURITUS [books.google.de]

Anorectal Fistula

Ani Pruritus ani, or perianal itching, affects 1 to 5 percent of the population, 3 and is the second most common anorectal condition after hemorrhoids. 4 Most patients self-treat [aafp.org]

Clinical Presentation  H/o  Chronic drainage from “nonhealing abscess”  Pain with defecation  Pruritus ani  Systemic symptoms if abscess gets infected.  Physical exam [slideshare.net]

The medical term for this is pruritus ani, which means itchy skin around the anus. [news-medical.net]

Cutaneous Candidiasis

Perianal candidiasis produces white maceration and pruritus ani. Vulvovaginal candidiasis causes pruritus and discharge (see Candidal Vaginitis). [msdmanuals.com]

Perianal candidiasis produces white maceration and pruritus ani. Vulvovaginal candidiasis causes pruritus and discharge (see Candidal Vaginitis ). [merckmanuals.com]

Contact Dermatitis

Individuals with a skin condition (such as stasis dermatitis, otitis externa, or pruritus ani) requiring frequent application of topical agents can develop allergic contact [skinsight.com]

ani and pruritus vulvae may develop allergic contact dermatitis Nickel is the most common metal present in artificial jewelry which is the cause of allergic contact dermatitis [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Allergic contact dermatitis can occur at any age in people of all ethnic backgrounds. [skinsight.com]

Anal Fissure

Presenting symptoms included pain (100%), bleeding (80%), pruritus ani (39%), constipation (26%), and diarrhea. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

– Like knife cutting • Rectal bleeding – Minimal, bright red • Pruritus ani 10. [slideshare.net]

Hemorrhoid Pruritus ani [en.wikipedia.org]

Malignant Anal Neoplasm

The most common clinical features are rectal bleeding (up to 45% of cases), pruritus ani, and tenderness or pain in the anal area. [amboss.com]

Tumors of the perianal skin, especially Bowen's disease or Paget’s disease, may present with pruritus ani, a bleeding erythematous or eczematous plaque. [cancertherapyadvisor.com]

Intertrigo

Perianal/natal cleft: Consider pruritus ani, candidal infection, contact dermatitis, anal fissures, essential fatty acid deficiency, acrodermatitis enteropathica, extramammary [emedicine.medscape.com]

However, Mistiaen and van Halm-Walters (2010) found that there was limited evidence to show systemic therapy was any better than topical or that corticosteroids were any better [britishjournalofnursing.com]

[…] steroids or the use of a combination preparation containing an antifungal and steroid has been recommended, particularly where there is severe inflammation accompanied by pruritus [britishjournalofnursing.com]

Atopic Dermatitis

See also[edit] Formication, a sensation that resembles that of small insects crawling on or under the skin Pruritus ani (also known as anusitis), irritation of skin at the [en.wikipedia.org]

RESULTS: Exposure to glyoxal aggravated pruritus and dermatitis in AD rats, but did not induce any symptoms in naïve rats. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Topical steroid creams and ointments reduce both inflammation and pruritus. Corticosteroids vary in their potency (see Table 3). [theasthmacenter.org]

Proctitis

Proctitis and anusitis (also known as pruritus ani) are two unpleasant conditions affecting the anal region. [healthguidance.org]

Candidiasis

Amir Bastawrous and Vivek Chaudhry, Specific Pruritus Ani, Seminars in Colon and Rectal Surgery, 17, 3, (131), (2006). [dx.doi.org]

27] Respiratory candidiasis[22][25] Cutaneous candidiasis Candidial folliculitis[22] Candidal intertrigo[22] Candidal paronychia[22] Perianal candidiasis, may present as pruritus [en.wikipedia.org]

Amir Bastawrous and Vivek Chaudhry, Specific pruritus ani, Seminars in Colon and Rectal Surgery, 14, 4, (203), (2003). [dx.doi.org]

Psoriasis

Patients should be asked about pruritus, painful lesions, the initial site of involvement, and any personal or family history of atopy (e.g., asthma, allergic rhinitis, childhood [web.archive.org]

[…] limited adverse effects and patient friendly formulations (can be administered by means of any vehicle) [ 4, 6 ]. [omicsonline.org]

Topical corticosteroids They have anti-inflammatory and anti-proliferative, properties reducing pruritus, scaling and erythema [ 9 ].Advantage of steroids is rapid action, [omicsonline.org]

Colitis Cystica Profunda

Pruritus Ani Coperland, S. M. The etiology and therapy of pruritus ani. J. Kentucky M. A., 70: 300-303, 1972. [vdocuments.us]

Dee. 1969 Pruritus Anl T o n k e n s, S. W. a n d Kersting, D. YV. H o w we treat p r u r i t u s ani. Postgrad. Med., 44: 225-227, 1968. [slideheaven.com]

Scabies

Unusual Clinical Scenarios to Consider in Patient Management In immunosuppressed patients with exaggerated or crusted scabies, patients may have minimal (or no) pruritus. [clinicaladvisor.com]

The diagnosis must be considered in any recalcitrant psoriasiform or chronic eczematous rash in these patients who have failed to respond to standard therapy for those disorders [clinicaladvisor.com]

Tinea Cruris

See also Antifungal drugs Pruritus ani Ringworm Reference External links eMedicine Health MayoClinic - jock itch Links to jock itch pictures (Hardin MD/Univ of Iowa) How to [wikidoc.org]

“Anogenital region” is an anatomic area that may be affected by chloracne (DC 7829), whereas “pruritus ani” is an itching near the rectum. [federalregister.gov]

Duration of treatment until clinical cure This was not assessed in any of the studies. [doi.org]

Cutaneous Strongyloidiasis

ani, bloating and, rarely, small bowel obstruction. [emedicine.medscape.com]

Strongyloidiasis can occur without any symptoms or as a chronic infection characterized by mild, unspecific symptoms such as pruritus, abdominal pain or discomfort; respiratory [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

[…] manifestations Gastrointestinal symptoms are vague, including epigastric abdominal cramping, indigestion, anorexia, weight loss, nausea, vomiting, chronic diarrhea, constipation, pruritus [emedicine.medscape.com]

Lymphogranuloma Venereum

Pediculosis Pubis Patients who have pediculosis pubis (i.e., pubic lice) usually seek medical attention because of pruritus. [wonder.cdc.gov]

ECTOPARASITIC INFECTIONS Pediculosis Pubis Patients who have pediculosis pubis (i.e., pubic lice) usually seek medical attention because of pruritus. [cdc.gov]

Management of Sex Partners Partners of patients with sexually transmitted enteric infections should be evaluated for any diseases diagnosed in the index patient. [cdc.gov]

Diabetes Mellitus

Abstract Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a growing and serious global health problem. Inhibition of the sodium--glucosecotransporter-2 (SGLT2) can increase urinary glucose excretion and decrease plasma glucose levels in an insulin-independent manner. Ertugliflozin is a highly selective inhibitor of SGLT2, and was[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Gonorrhea

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Taenia Saginata

However, others present with pruritus ani (77%), nausea (46%), abdominal pain (43%), dizziness (42%), increased appetite (30%), and other mild gastrointestinal symptoms [2 [hindawi.com]

Diabetes in Pregnancy

Many women will be advised to take a screening test, called a Polycose Test, for Gestational Diabetes Mellitis at around 26 – 28 weeks of pregnancy. What is Gestational Diabetes Mellitis(GDM)? Gestational diabetes means diabetes (a condition in which blood sugar/glucose isn’t properly regulated) that is first[…] [mamamaternity.co.nz]

Psychogenic Pruritus

Causes [ edit ] If a specific cause for pruritus ani is found it is classified as "secondary pruritus ani". [en.wikipedia.org]

Medicine 5 Medicine prurito anal pruritus ani 6 Medicine prurito cubano cuban itch 7 Medicine prurito de escarcha frost itch 8 Medicine prurito de invierno winter itch 9 [termbank.com]

ani Transdermal drug delivery systems Endothelin-1 - well this is predictable and has been done in man to prove the point [2] [3] ! [ganfyd.org]

Anal Disorder

When no underlying skin condition is found, the term ' pruritus ani' may be used. [dermnetnz.org]

Pruritus Ani Affecting men more commonly than women with a 4:1 ratio, pruritus ani is a common medical problem. [organsofthebody.com]

SUPPORTIVE CARE FOR ANORECTAL DISORDERS Anal pruritus, or pruritus ani, which is characterized by itching and discomfort, affects an estimated 1% to 5% of the general population [pharmacytimes.com]

Candida Albicans Vaginitis

Mehni S, Zahrani S. T, Sarvtin M. T, Mojab F, Mirzaei M, Vazirnasab H. Therapeutic Effects of Bunium Perscicum Boiss (Black Zira) on Candida albicans Vaginitis. Biomed Pharmacol J 2015;8(2) Manuscript received on : Manuscript accepted on : Published online on: -- How to Cite | Publication History Views: (Visited 394[…] [biomedpharmajournal.org]

Pruritic Rash

What is pruritus ani? Pruritus ani is the medical term for a persistent (chronic) itchy feeling around the anus. [patient.info]

[…] cause should be identified and removed if possible. pruritus ani Itching around the anus. [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com]

eg scabies Medications ( topical or systemic ) eg opioids, aspirin Hormonal reasons for pruritus About 2% of pregnant women have pruritus without any obvious dermatological [dermnetnz.org]

Hookworm Infection

Hookworm disease; Ground itch; Ancylostoma duodenale infection; Necator americanus infection; Parasitic infection - hookworm Hookworm infection is caused by roundworms. The disease affects the small intestine and lungs. Causes The infection is caused by infestation with any of the following roundworms: Necator[…] [leehealth.org]

Taenia Saginata Infection

Human taeniases had been not uncommon in the Republic of Korea (=Korea) until the 1980s. The prevalence decreased and a national survey in 2004 revealed no Taenia egg positive cases. However, a subsequent national survey in 2012 showed 0.04% (10 cases) prevalence of Taenia spp. eggs suggesting its resurgence in[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]