Does anyone else have this problem?

[arlyed]

One of the earliest symptoms that I noticed before I was officially diagnosed with C-diff was anal itching, burning, and extreme rectal/ anal discomfort. My GI specialist said that this might have been because the C-diff manifested primarily in the distal colon/rectal area. I have had a negative stool specimen and a colonoscopy that showed divertictum and "one small hemorroid". Since I have been "cured" of C-diff, I have been plagued by anal itching and burning which had never been a problem for me before I contracted C-diff. I have had the "small hemorroid" since I had my son 17 years ago, and I think that the diverticultum is not terribly new either.
Anyone else having this problem? I have been using hygenic wipes, witch hazel, and hemorroid suppositories to combat this problem- does anyone have any other suggestions? Diet does not seem to make a difference and nothing else seems to help... I hate to think I'm destined to a life of having an itchy, sore bum- squirming doesn't help~~~~ :( . Anyone out there that can help???
Thanks!!!
Arlye

Sorry I don't like talking about my rear end any more than you want to hear about it--just would like to know if anyone else has ahd this type of problem....

[cindym]

You could be dealing with a yeast infection in the anal area. I have had them on several occasions and it is very UNCOMFORTABLE to say the least! Ask your doctor for cream. Good luck!

[cindym]

Forgot to say I have also bought the cream that is used for vaginal yeast infections to use outside the anal area and it really brought quick relief.

[carrie]

I used diaper rash cream/zinc like Penaten when I had a hemorroid removed as I had itching while healing, surgeon recommended it. Worked like a charm and still use it during c-diff when I've had multiple bowel movements, instant comfort

[Nancy1]

My GI doc prescribed a 2.5% hydrocortisone cream. You can also buy Tucks over the counter; it is 1%.