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By Mayo Clinic staff

Anal itching is associated with other similar symptoms in and around the anus, including:

  • Burning
  • Soreness or pain

The itching and irritation in and around your anus may be a temporary condition, or it can be a more persistent and bothersome problem. For some people, the irritation is so intense that the urge to scratch is both irresistible and embarrassing.

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May 6, 2008

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