Noticed a small hole which is itchy & painful above the anus
Patient: I have a small hole above my anus. It's been there over a year now and itches and hurts every once and a while. It happened when a small bump started to itch and scratched it. Accidentally I scratched the top of the bump off and it has never healed back. Nothing oozes out and it doesn't bleed. Any ideas? Doctor: Hello,Welcome to HCMThanks for posting your query in HCM.Itching near anus may be due to variuos reasons.Skin conditions may affect the skin around the anus and cause itch - for example, eczema, psoriasis, lichen sclerosus and seborrhoeic dermatitis.Fungal infections, infections with bacteria, herpes infection, anal warts and some other sexually transmitted diseases may also cause this.Pilonidal sinus is also very common in this area.So,i would suggest you to keep the area clean and dry.Consult your family doctor and undergo physical examination for confirmation of diagnosis.Thank you