What Causes Anal Itching?

This is a common question we get asked. Probably many more people wonder the same thing but aren’t brave enough to ask. The most common causes are:

Candida overgrowth in the bowel
Dysbiosis (too much bad bacteria in the intestines)
Intestinal worms (especially pin worms)
Hemorrhoids
A side effect of chronic diarrhea or fecal incontinence. If the area is continually moist, this can cause irritation and itching to the skin.
A fistula (an abnormal passageway from the intestine to the skin surrounding the anus, usually as a result of inflammatory bowel disease).
Psoriasis
Anal fissure (a tear in the skin)
Abnormal sensitivity to spices in foods.

Most cases are due to an overgrowth of harmful bugs in the intestines, which can be corrected with diet changes and supplements. If those remedies don’t help, please see your doctor to rule out a serious condition. For information on how to correct these digestive problems, see the book Heal Your Gut: An A to Z Guide.

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5 Comments

Kelly Snow

February 13 2024 at 6:14 am

Hi Lisa, which liver cleanse tablet did you take? What brand and how much? Thank you so much.
Joan

July 3 2020 at 4:48 am

I am interested in looking at these products but the link doesn’t work. Can you please help me out?
1. Louise
  
  July 7 2020 at 11:24 pm
  
  Hi Joan,
  
  The link in the article is for this book:
  https://www.liverdoctor.com/heal-your-gut-an-a-to-z-guide.html
  
  The products that would be beneficial depends largely on the cause of the anal itching, but if it's related to candida, dysbiosis, worms or diarrhea we recommend:
  - Intestinal ParaClean to get rid of bad bacteria / worms:https://www.liverdoctor.com/products/supplements/bowel-health/intestinal-para-cleanse-90-capsules.html
  - Ultimate Gut Health: To soothe and heal the gut lining and reduce inflammation:https://www.liverdoctor.com/products/supplements/bowel-health/ultimate-gut-health-250g.html
  
  Kind regards,
  Louise
Lisa

January 21 2020 at 10:38 am

I tried everything but nothing helped until I took liver cleanse tablets. The anal itch went away permanently. I'd like to understand why that is.
1. Jessah
  
  January 23 2020 at 2:37 pm
  
  Hello Lisa,
  
  Thank you for your enquiry.
  
  As you know, there are many causes of anal itch and the one that would have responded well to Livatone Plus is a candida overgrowth or generalised digestive inflammation.
  
  Do you also experience thrush and/or a white coated tongue, especially when sick or stressed?
  
  To further rid you body of the candida yeast, we recommend you begin an anti-inflammatory body cooling and candida depleting diet, and we are delighted to let you know that Dr Cabot has recently released her 15 Day Cleanse - Two weeks to begin your journey toward improved overall health and function, utilising both supplements and a tasty, easy to prepare dietary regimen. This is an anti-inflammatory program and the supplements are immune boosting, body alkalinising and gut healing.
  
  After completing the Cleanse, we recommend you remain on this style of eating and you can then begin the Maintenance plan.
  
  To further reduce your inflammation and boost your vitality, Dr Cabot prescribes
  
  Livatone Plus – 1 to 2 capsules twice daily, to improve liver function, to be continued.
  
  N-Acetyl-Cysteine (NAC 600mg) – 1 to 2 capsules twice daily well away from food, if any upset occurs take at the beginning of your meals. This supplement works well with Livatone Plus to get your liver better faster. This supplement is the precursor nutrient of glutathione; the body’s strongest anti-oxidant and potent detoxifier.
  
  MSM + Vitamin C – ½ to 1 teaspoon twice daily in vegetable juice or water to reduce oxidation, inflammation and boost liver health.
  
  You may purchase these supplements and Dr Cabot’s books athttps://shop.liverdoctor.com/
  
  Victoria Taylor
  Naturopath