Many different problems could cause an itchy anus, and the treatment should be matched to the cause. Could the problem be too much coffee?
To prevent itchy bottom, start with gentle hygiene. Consider whether medicines you take or something you drink or eat could cause the problem.
Anal itching can be maddening, but changes in diet such as avoiding coffee and drinking buttermilk might relieve itchy bottom syndrome.
A topical application of yogurt may help soothe an itchy bottom.
The maddening itch from hemorrhoids disappeared upon treatment with Noxzema cream.
Eliminating caffeine may often ease itchy bottom (pruritis ani).
Anal itching (Pruritis Ani) is like being tortured. You itch with an uncontrollable desire to scratch. Your itchy bottom could be a drug side effect.