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Posted on:03/02/2009
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I had a really itchy anus for a few weeks. i thought it was pinworms, but i don't think it is now.
it has spread to my legs and testicles, and my penis now feels itchy occasionally. also, 2 or 3 red bumps appeared on the penis head, but have now gone away. also, i am starting to get itchy down my legs and up above my penis on abdomen. I scratch till the skin is raw, and then have little red dots from breaking the skin. help!
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Itching rashes such as this are almost always easily treated once properly diagnosed. It needs to be seen to be properly diagnosed, however, so I strongly recommend you see your doctor for evaluation. From your description, possibilities include yeast infection other fungal infection like "jock itch," or even possibly scabies, as well as allergic reactions.
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Answered By:
John Boggs
, M.D.
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