Itching is a common symptom of external hemorrhoids and may continue during the healing phase after treatment. Itching is a normal sign of healing in a surgical incision or areas of scarring.

Most anal itching doesn’t require medical care. However, see your doctor if:

• Anal itching is severe or lasts longer than one to two months
• There’s bleeding from the rectum
• You can’t figure out what’s causing a persistent itch

Persistent anal itching may be related to a skin condition or other health problem that requires medical treatment.