ok this is embarrasing. but a couple weeks ago ive noticed an uncomfortable feeling in my anal region. i dont know what it could be because i dont think ive done anything different to cause it. im getting worried because its been a coupke weeks now. anyone have any ideas? :(

Gotta give us a bit more info, what exactly is uncomfortable, no need to be embarassed bud, we're here to help...there is a wealth of knowledge on the boards. If you're itching or something like that it could be hemhroids, easily treatable. Let us know more and we'll see if we can help!

its really hard to explain. it itches now and then but generally mostly an irritated feeling. i cant really see a doctor because i have no health insurance. could it go away on its own? thanks for understanding.

Hey bud, I think I'd try some preperation H. You can find it in any store or pharmacy, its an ointment that treats hemhroids. Not sure if that is what you've got going on but it may be worth a try. One tip, use it as directed and by aware that it is oily. Maybe this will help, its certainlyworth a try. If the discomfort continues you may need to figure out a way to have a conversation with a doc. Good luck and let us know how this turns out!

what else could cause irritation? dont hemrrhoids cause bloody stool? i havent noticed any blood.

Sometimes you'll notice a bit of blood, usually not that much and on the toilet paper. But not all hemhroids bleed, sometimes they just itch like heck. I'm not sure what else could be going on back there, can you give us any more information about what the uncomfortable feeling is like?

Sometimes you'll notice a bit of blood, usually not that much and on the toilet paper. But not all hemhroids bleed, sometimes they just itch like heck. I'm not sure what else could be going on back there, can you give us any more information about what the uncomfortable feeling is like?


it kind of feels like what happens when you wipe too hard. but i dont think ive wiped any different then usual. its just sore and sometimes itches a little.

Hmm budy, i sometimes get an itchy feeling too. But it goes away. after a few minutes.

sometimes there is an itch which comes from wiping too much. you might try wetting the toilet paper with water, and gently pressing it to your anus, instead of wiping hard with the scratchy, dry toilet paper. a little bag balm can also help, it's non-prescription, found somewhere near hand cream.