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Dr. Andrew Rynne
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Dr. Andrew Rynne

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What Causes Vaginal Itching?

Hi I'm an 18 yr old female the past few days my vagina has been itchy so I took a look and the inside of militia minors is a little red towards the top inside part there are no bumps it just looks irritated could it be because I use douches I do not use the scented kind
Thu, 28 May 2015
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Hello and thanks for your query.

I shall make an effort to provide you with good professional recommendations specific to your questions.
Itching in the vagina and the surrounding area, which is called the vulva, may be caused by a minor issue.
Common causes of vaginal itching include:Chemicals such as perfumes and dyes in detergents, fabric softeners, creams, ointments, and sprays may irritate the vagina or the skin around the vagina.Vaginal yeast infection
Vaginitis.
Vaginal irritation will often get better on its own. I advice you to avoid colored or perfumed toilet tissue and bubble bath.Use plain, unscented soap. Wear cotton panties. Avoid underwear made from synthetic or manmade materials.Avoid tight pants or shorts.Change out of wet clothing, especially wet bathing suits or exercise clothing, as soon as possible.
However, if the irritation continues, is severe, persistent I advice you to see Doctor for examination and find the cause.

Yet again, I duly appreciate your query to me, I do hope that you have found something useful to help you and I shall be glad to answer any further apprehensions.

Sincerely,
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What Causes Vaginal Itching?

Hello and thanks for your query. I shall make an effort to provide you with good professional recommendations specific to your questions. Itching in the vagina and the surrounding area, which is called the vulva, may be caused by a minor issue. Common causes of vaginal itching include:Chemicals such as perfumes and dyes in detergents, fabric softeners, creams, ointments, and sprays may irritate the vagina or the skin around the vagina.Vaginal yeast infection Vaginitis. Vaginal irritation will often get better on its own. I advice you to avoid colored or perfumed toilet tissue and bubble bath.Use plain, unscented soap. Wear cotton panties. Avoid underwear made from synthetic or manmade materials.Avoid tight pants or shorts.Change out of wet clothing, especially wet bathing suits or exercise clothing, as soon as possible. However, if the irritation continues, is severe, persistent I advice you to see Doctor for examination and find the cause. Yet again, I duly appreciate your query to me, I do hope that you have found something useful to help you and I shall be glad to answer any further apprehensions. Sincerely,