Anal pruritus

Wormwood reduces anal itching caused by intestinal parasites. Take 6-12 g of dried wormwood daily, in tea form, in divided doses, for maximum of 4 weeks.

Flax seed oil reduces itching. Take 10-30 g of flax seed oil daily, in divided doses, for many months.

Cayenne reduces itching; alleviates symptoms. Apply cayenne topical cream, containing 0.025–0.075% capsaicin, 3-4 times daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

Witch hazel is an antiseptic and a vulnerary; soothes and heals damaged skin; prevents infection and reduces itching. Apply witch hazel containing topical preparation 2-4 times daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.