Although people often call anal discomfort ‘piles’, when pain, itching, and pus are seen together, it can also be a symptom of some other diseases. There are three main conditions behind this:
Piles (Hemorrhoids): This is a condition in which the blood vessels in the anus become swollen. This usually causes painless bleeding. However, if the piles protrude (prolapse) or blood clots in them (thrombosed piles), severe pain and itching can occur.
Anal Fissure: These are small tears that occur in the skin of the anus. This occurs when hard stools are passed due to severe constipation. The main symptoms are severe pain and itching like a needle during and after bowel movements.
Anal Abscess / Fistula: An abscess is a condition in which pus (pus) accumulates around the anus. This then becomes a small tube that drains pus and blood, which is a fistula. If there is pus in the anus, the main reason is most likely a fistula or abscess.
How can these conditions be completely cured?
If these symptoms are identified early, they can be completely cured with simple lifestyle changes and proper treatment.
1. Dietary Changes
Constipation is the main culprit in all these problems. Therefore, to soften the stool, consider the following:
Fiber-rich foods: Include plenty of vegetables, fruits, spinach, oats, and whole grains in your diet.
Drink plenty of water: Make sure you drink at least 3-4 liters of water daily. This will facilitate digestion.
2. Sitz Bath
Take a large bowl (tub) of lukewarm water and sit in it for 15-20 minutes. Doing this two or three times a day will relax the muscles in the anus and significantly reduce pain and itching.
3. Maintain hygiene
After defecation, do not rub the area with rough paper or cloth to avoid injury. Wash it gently with mild soap or water and keep it dry. This will help prevent infection when there is pus.
4. Physical activity and habits
Do not delay defecation: Go to the toilet as soon as you have a bowel movement. Do not sit in the closet for a long time and soak or use the phone.
Exercise: Walking for half an hour every day will help make bowel movements regular.
Special attention: Pus in the anus is a sign of a serious infection. This will not go away with self-treatment alone. Appropriate antibiotics or sometimes minor surgery (such as for fistulas) may be required to drain the pus and control the infection. Therefore, it is essential to see a general surgeon or proctologist for a thorough examination as soon as symptoms appear.
