Hemorrhoids cause burning anal pain, itching, and blood in stool. Diet, like spicy foods and coffee, may lead to anal burning. Excessive cleaning can irritate the anal area and worsen symptoms.

Some sexually transmitted infections (STIs), such as anal herpes or gonorrhea, can cause rectal itching. It is also possible that the itching results from other conditions, such as anal fissures or ...

Q: Back in late 2014, I noticed a dampness in my underwear — no coloration, only dampness. I consulted a gastroenterologist about a possible anal discharge. After obtaining a history, we took some ...

You may have excess discharge that's runny and clear if you're ovulating. Bacterial vaginosis may also cause excess discharge, in addition to a fishy smell and itching. Yeast infections, STIs like ...