This is a bit embarrassing, but I have near-constant itching in my anal area that is driving me crazy. What might be causing this, and how can I stop it? Known medically as pruritus ani (yes, there’s a name for it), itching around the anus is often a simple problem that home remedies can alleviate. […]
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