Possible parasite or something else ?

"April S.B." <no@spam> wrote in :"]news:[email hidden]:

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For couple of days (10 or so) I feel frequently some tickle in my butt. It might last for a minute
and reappear randomly . 3 times a day , sometimes more. It's literally tickling me inside.

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parasite . It's not itchy sensation , it's tickling till I have to move left right against the
chair in order to stop it. If I move or contract my butt muscle it will stop. That at times might
return after a while . It happen in different times of the day , sometimes night.

Do you have any idea what could it be ? If it's a possibility of parasite , are there any things I
could drink to get rid of that ? Any herbal stuff to clean the system a bit ?

Once again , please forgive me if I post it in the wrong forum. I will appreciate any tips or
suggestions . Really feel embarrass to go to doctor and ask him to look into my butt with a
torch light.

Lots of things can cause anal itching. I'll give you an example from my personal experience. A few
years ago I suddenly developed a mild anal itch that sounded a lot like what you described. After it
had been going on for about a week, in the process of looking for something else I came across an
article by a dermatologist in which he mentioned that there were some reports in the medical
literature of people developing an anal itch after using toilet paper made from recycled paper. And
sure enough, I had just switched brands of toilet paper to one that was based on recycled paper. I
went out and got some of my old brand and voila! no more itch.

If you can't find anything obvious like that, then go see a doctor. They hear about his particular
complaint *all the time*. They won't think

listed as a cause of the problem). They won't do anything to embarass you since they know it's the
kind of problem that many people are squeamish talking about.

As for possible causes, do a Google search on "pruritus ani" which is the technical name for the
symptom. But don't try to diagnose yourself.

"Eric Bohlman" <[email hidden]> wrote in message
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"April S.B." <no@spam> wrote in :"]news:[email hidden]:

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For couple of days (10 or so) I feel frequently some tickle in my butt. It might last for a
minute and reappear randomly . 3 times a day , sometimes more. It's literally tickling me
inside.

Quoted message said:

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parasite . It's not itchy sensation , it's tickling till I have to move left right against the
chair in order to stop it. If I move or contract my butt muscle it will stop. That at times
might return after a while . It happen in different times of the day , sometimes night.

Do you have any idea what could it be ? If it's a possibility of parasite , are there any things
I could drink to get rid of that ? Any herbal stuff to clean the system a bit ?

Once again , please forgive me if I post it in the wrong forum. I will appreciate any tips or
suggestions . Really feel embarrass to go to doctor and ask him to look into my butt with a
torch light.

Lots of things can cause anal itching. I'll give you an example from my personal experience. A few
years ago I suddenly developed a mild anal

itch

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that sounded a lot like what you described. After it had been going on

for

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about a week, in the process of looking for something else I came across

an

Quoted message said:

article by a dermatologist in which he mentioned that there were some reports in the medical
literature of people developing an anal itch after using toilet paper made from recycled
paper. And sure enough, I had just switched brands of toilet paper to one that was based on
recycled paper.

I

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went out and got some of my old brand and voila! no more itch.

Eric, I am glad the problem is behind you.

"Mark Probert-February 18, 2004" <Mark [email hidden]>
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"Eric Bohlman" <[email hidden]> wrote in message
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Lots of things can cause anal itching. I'll give you an example from my personal experience. A
few years ago I suddenly developed a mild anal

itch

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that sounded a lot like what you described. After it had been going on

for

Quoted message said:

about a week, in the process of looking for something else I came across

an

Quoted message said:

article by a dermatologist in which he mentioned that there were some reports in the medical
literature of people developing an anal itch after using toilet paper made from recycled
paper. And sure enough, I had just switched brands of toilet paper to one that was based on
recycled paper.

I

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went out and got some of my old brand and voila! no more itch.

Eric, I am glad the problem is behind you.

Don't you mean *was* behind me?

Anyway, it's a pleasant experience when serendipity enables you to quickly get to the bottom of
a problem.

Oh dear, now I've got a novelty song by Tim Cavanaugh running through my head.

"Eric Bohlman" <[email hidden]> wrote in message
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"Mark Probert-February 18, 2004" <Mark [email hidden]> wrote in
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"Eric Bohlman" <[email hidden]> wrote in message
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Lots of things can cause anal itching. I'll give you an example from my personal experience. A
few years ago I suddenly developed a mild anal

itch

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that sounded a lot like what you described. After it had been going on

for

Quoted message said:

about a week, in the process of looking for something else I came across

an

Quoted message said:

article by a dermatologist in which he mentioned that there were some reports in the medical
literature of people developing an anal itch after using toilet paper made from recycled paper.
And sure enough, I had just switched brands of toilet paper to one that was based on recycled
paper.

I

Quoted message said:

went out and got some of my old brand and voila! no more itch.

Eric, I am glad the problem is behind you.

Don't you mean *was* behind me?

Only if it still exists.

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Anyway, it's a pleasant experience when serendipity enables you to quickly get to the bottom of a
problem.

Oh dear, now I've got a novelty song by Tim Cavanaugh running through my head.

I am sure that Debbee fully understands the nature of anal itching.

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Subject: Re: Possible parasite or something else ?
From: Eric Bohlman [email hidden]
Date: 2/18/2004 4:44 AM Pacific Standard Time
Message-id: <[email hidden]>

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mentioned that there were some reports in the medical literature of people developing an anal itch
after using toilet paper made from recycled paper. And sure enough, I had just

I always tell patients "white unscented toilet paper and soap" used in the genital area.....guess
will have to add "recycled" to the list...it makes a lot of sense!!!

We are "toilet paper snobs" and will only use ONE brand and style!!

April....what you describe does sound like a parasite,,possibly pinworms....I would not attempt to
treat it yourself with herbs,,,but see a doc,,,have them check..then a prescription med can wipe
them out....unfortunately you then have to go home and launder most everything in hot water,,,as
these buggers leave eggs in bedding and clothes,,,and will reinfect you....also it can spread
throughout a family or household contacts,,,

please don't be afraid to see a health care provider....the solution should be way easier than the
discomfort you are experiencing..

good luck hawki.....

any info imparted by me does not represent any views other than my own.....

any and all medical info is for your use in helping you and your health care provider evaluate and
treat any problems

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From: Eric Bohlman [email hidden]
Date: 2/18/2004 4:44 AM Pacific Standard Time
Message-id: <[email hidden]>

Thanks Eric, a very good post and it makes good sense. Anecdotes are helpful.

Jan

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"April S.B." <no@spam> wrote in :"]news:[email hidden]:

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For couple of days (10 or so) I feel frequently some tickle in my butt. It might last for a
minute and reappear randomly . 3 times a day , sometimes more. It's literally tickling me inside.

Quoted message said:

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parasite . It's not itchy sensation , it's tickling till I have to move left right against the
chair in order to stop it. If I move or contract my butt muscle it will stop. That at times might
return after a while . It happen in different times of the day , sometimes night.

Do you have any idea what could it be ? If it's a possibility of parasite , are there any things
I could drink to get rid of that ? Any herbal stuff to clean the system a bit ?

Once again , please forgive me if I post it in the wrong forum. I will appreciate any tips or
suggestions . Really feel embarrass to go to doctor and ask him to look into my butt with a
torch light.

Lots of things can cause anal itching. I'll give you an example from my personal experience. A few
years ago I suddenly developed a mild anal itch that sounded a lot like what you described. After
it had been going on for about a week, in the process of looking for something else I came across
an article by a dermatologist in which he mentioned that there were some reports in the medical
literature of people developing an anal itch after using toilet paper made from recycled paper. And
sure enough, I had just switched brands of toilet paper to one that was based on recycled paper. I
went out and got some of my old brand and voila! no more itch.

If you can't find anything obvious like that, then go see a doctor. They hear about his particular
complaint *all the time*. They won't think

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listed as a cause of the problem). They won't do anything to embarass you since they know it's the
kind of problem that many people are squeamish talking about.

As for possible causes, do a Google search on "pruritus ani" which is the technical name for the
symptom. But don't try to diagnose yourself.

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April....what you describe does sound like a parasite,,possibly pinworms....I would not attempt to
treat it yourself with herbs,,,but see a doc,,,have them check..then a prescription med can wipe
them out....unfortunately you then have to go home and launder most everything in hot water,,,as
these buggers leave eggs in bedding and clothes,,,and will reinfect you....also it can spread
throughout a family or household contacts,,,

please don't be afraid to see a health care provider....the solution should be way easier than the
discomfort you are experiencing..

good luck hawki.....

Thank you very much for your time .

Last thing , is there any particular doctor i should see or can I just go to the general one ?

Best regards

April

April S.B.' no@spam said:

go out I don't get fresh supplies. Lots of coffee , delivery food and soft drinks.

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I'm saying that because I'm guessing that mine improper diet might have something to do with that.

Food allergies can cause anal itching, as can overeeating some foods.

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For couple of days (10 or so) I feel frequently some tickle in my butt. It might last for a minute
and reappear randomly . 3 times a day , sometimes more. It's literally tickling me inside.

The common parasite that causes anal itching is the "pinworm" ... and it is only active at night.

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Do you have any idea what could it be ?

Try improving your diet ... more fruit, less coffee, and try to find some water that is tolerable.

Tsu Dho Nimh

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and children - grab your wallet and/or your kid and run for your life.

April S.B.' no@spam said:

Last thing , is there any particular doctor i should see or can I just go to the general one ?

April - Before you think "parasite" ... scented toilet paper, scented laundry detergents (or fabric
softeners) and scented bath soaps are the most common cause.

Try changing, as suggested, to unscented, non recycled, toilet paper and make sure all your
undrewear has been washed in unscented laundry soap and rinsed well.

Tsu Dho Nimh

--
When businesses invoke the "protection of consumers," it's a lot like politicians invoking morality
and children - grab your wallet and/or your kid and run for your life.