How can I relieve discomfort in the rectal area caused by diarrhea?

How can I relieve discomfort in the rectal area caused by diarrhea?

Diarrhea often means frequent trips to the bathroom. This can cause discomforts like:

• Itching.
• Burning.
• Pain during bowel movements.

If you’re experiencing any of these discomforts, there are a few things you can do to help, including:

• Sitting in a few inches of lukewarm water in a bathtub.
• Patting your rectal area dry with a clean soft towel after getting out of the tub or shower. Don’t rub the area dry because that will only make the irritation worse.
• Applying petroleum jelly or a hemorrhoid cream to your anus.