When To Call A Professional
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If treating anal itch yourself doesn't relieve the itch after three to four weeks, call your doctor.
Prognosis
The outlook is excellent, since most people who have itching in the anal area don't have an illness involving the anus or rectum. Overall, about 90 percent of patients find relief by avoiding scratching and other simple therapies.
Additional Info
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Disorders Office of Communications and Public Liaison Building 31, Room 9A04 Center Drive, MSC 2560 Bethesda, MD 20892-2560 Phone: (301) 496-3583 Fax: (301) 496-7422 http://www.niddk.nih.gov/
American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) 4900 B South, 31st St. Arlington, VA 22206 Phone: (703) 820-7400 Fax: (703) 931-4520 http://www.acg.gi.org/
American Gastroenterological Association 7910 Woodmont Ave. Seventh Floor Bethesda, MD 20814 Phone: (301) 654-2055 Fax: (301) 652-3890 http://www.gastro.org/
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