The burning sensation when pooping can be caused by several possible conditions:
- Constipation: Hard or infrequent stools can cause straining and result in burning pain due to mucosal inflammation or anal irritation. Chronic constipation can especially lead to discomfort when passing stool.
- Anal fissures: Small tears in the lining of the anus, often caused by straining with hard stools or chronic diarrhea, can cause sharp pain and burning during bowel movements.
- Hemorrhoids: Swollen and inflamed veins near the anus can burn and cause pain while pooping, often accompanied by itching or lumps.
- Diarrhea: Frequent loose stools may contain stomach acid, bile, or digestive enzymes that irritate the anal lining, causing a burning sensation.
- Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD): Conditions like Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis cause inflammation and ulcers in the digestive tract lining, which can lead to painful, burning bowel movements.
- Diet or lifestyle factors: Eating spicy foods, excessive alcohol intake, and lack of fiber or hydration can contribute to burning during pooping.
- Less commonly, cancer or sexually transmitted infections affecting the rectum or anus can cause burning sensations during bowel movements.
If burning when pooping persists, worsens, or is accompanied by other symptoms like bleeding, severe pain, or changes in bowel habits, it is important to seek medical evaluation for proper diagnosis and treatment.
