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Diabetic. Having External Vaginal Inflammation And Burning. Used Desonide, But No Relief. Taking Cephalexin. Suggest?

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Posted on Mon, 22 Jul 2013
Question: Hi I m 37 years old female. I am having external vaginal inflammation and burning sometimes 3 weeks now .I have been to my physician twice since no infection ..he gave me desonide cream after using twice it start burning a lot..i stop using it..burning went away.Now I am taking antobiotics 4 days cephalexin 500mgs 3 times a day ..swelling still there...There is no vaginal discharge or itching just SWELLING AND BURNING SOMETIMES...please advice.
I got tested for diabetes ..also negative
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Answered by Dr. Dr. ARIF N K (1 hour later)
Hi XXXXX
Thank you for choosing XXXXXXX

After analyzing your complaints and seeing your report, I feel its a labial infection which has caused vulval excoriarion. Kindly stop using things which will aggravate Vulvitis like Scented or colored toilet tissue.Hot tubs and swimming pools.Leaving a wet swimming suit on for a long period. Allergic reactions to products such as: soaps, shampoos, bubble baths,powders, deodorants, sanitary napkins, non-cotton underwear, vaginal douches,topical steroid medications.


Kindly follow below instructions:
1)Baths containing soothing compounds such as Aveeno baths or comfrey tea baths.
2)Stopping the use of any products that may be a contributing factor.
3)The vulva should be kept clean, dry, and cool. Always remember to wipe from front to back.
4)Using sterile, non-irritating personal lubricants such as K-Y Jelly, or Astroglide during sexual activity.
5)Learning to reduce stress---As stress is a contributing factor
6)Eating an adequate and nutritious diet.
7)Making sure you get enough sleep at night.
8)Antifungal creams/powders have shown to be helpful--You can try Ketoconazole after consulting your treating physician.


If the vulval irritation is persisting even after above treatment you will probably need further investigations to rule out any other possibilities.

I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. In case of any doubt, I will be available for follow-ups. If you like my answers kindly rate it, and write a review as well. Please do not forget to accept it.

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Wish you good health.
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Follow up: Dr. Dr. ARIF N K (3 hours later)
can i use clotrimazole cream ..1%..would that help its easilly available in usa
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Answered by Dr. Dr. ARIF N K (6 hours later)
Hi XXXXX

Yes, you can try clotrimazole cream. DO NOT SCRATCH VULVAL AREA. It would be appropriate to rule out urine test can be useful. Drink lot of water. And follow above instructions.

If the symptoms still persisting, the possibility of vulvar vestibulitis or i is Vulvodynia (Vulvodynia is the term used to describe the condition experienced by women who have the sensation of vulval burning and soreness in the absence of any obvious skin condition or infection) needs to be considered. It is treated with tricyclic antidepressants. These can be prescribed by your doctor.

Hope you are satisfied with my answer.
If you do not have any clarification you can close the discussion and rate the answer. Wish you good health.

Regards,
Dr Arif

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Follow up: Dr. Dr. ARIF N K (3 days later)
Hi Dr XXXXXXX
I have been using clotramazole 3 days now burning is gone now ..no inflammation either but skin is still loose should i keep using cream or should i stop it .Will that loose skin will be like that now or it will be eventually get to it orignal state.
and should i use cream if there is no burning and inflammation.Please advice.
Thanks
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Answered by Dr. Dr. ARIF N K (1 hour later)
Hi XXXXX
It’s nice to hear from you again. Kindly stop applying the cream as there is no inflammation/ burning. Regarding the loose skin, it will take time to get back to its normal state. Don't forget to follow the instructions which I had described you earlier.
Hope you are happy with my answers.
If you do not have any clarification you can close the discussion and rate & review the answer. Wish you good health.
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Follow up: Dr. Dr. ARIF N K (2 days later)
Hi Doc
I stopped using clotramazole two days now..no burning itching bt little bit swelling is there..will it go away by itself eventually ...pl advice.
thanks for all ur help
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Answered by Dr. Dr. ARIF N K (14 hours later)
Hi XXXXX
Yes inflammatory swelling will come down. It will take time. But, as I advised you previously if the symptom recurs you need to be evaluated for other causes.
If you do not have any clarification you can close the discussion, review & rate my answers. Wish you good health.
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Diabetic. Having External Vaginal Inflammation And Burning. Used Desonide, But No Relief. Taking Cephalexin. Suggest?

Hi XXXXX
Thank you for choosing XXXXXXX

After analyzing your complaints and seeing your report, I feel its a labial infection which has caused vulval excoriarion. Kindly stop using things which will aggravate Vulvitis like Scented or colored toilet tissue.Hot tubs and swimming pools.Leaving a wet swimming suit on for a long period. Allergic reactions to products such as: soaps, shampoos, bubble baths,powders, deodorants, sanitary napkins, non-cotton underwear, vaginal douches,topical steroid medications.


Kindly follow below instructions:
1)Baths containing soothing compounds such as Aveeno baths or comfrey tea baths.
2)Stopping the use of any products that may be a contributing factor.
3)The vulva should be kept clean, dry, and cool. Always remember to wipe from front to back.
4)Using sterile, non-irritating personal lubricants such as K-Y Jelly, or Astroglide during sexual activity.
5)Learning to reduce stress---As stress is a contributing factor
6)Eating an adequate and nutritious diet.
7)Making sure you get enough sleep at night.
8)Antifungal creams/powders have shown to be helpful--You can try Ketoconazole after consulting your treating physician.


If the vulval irritation is persisting even after above treatment you will probably need further investigations to rule out any other possibilities.

I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. In case of any doubt, I will be available for follow-ups. If you like my answers kindly rate it, and write a review as well. Please do not forget to accept it.

Thank you,
Wish you good health.
Regards,
Dr Arif
You can consult me again directly through my profile
WWW.WWWW.WW