It may be painful to clean the anal area.

Symptoms include bleeding, pain or lumps in the anal area.

Ice packs applied to the anal area may reduce swelling and pain.

Follow this by placing a warm compress on the anal area for another 10 to 20 minutes.

Fill your bathtub with just enough warm water to cover the anal area.

Wear loose clothing to allow freedom of movement and to reduce pressure on the anal area.

Some people also may experience itching or burning in the anal area.

Psoriasis also can be present in the anal area and cause irritation.

There are a few light brown scales in the anal area.

At first, the skin of the anal area may appear red.