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Child. Itchiness And Pain In Vagina. Has Large Labia Minora. Labial Hypertrophy Required?
Hi Doc. My daughter has a large lavia minora. She's only 10 years old. I thought at first is it normal, however, when we went to the clinic because she's complaining about itchiness in that area and a bit pain, the nurse said that we should seek help from gynaecologist about it as it is not normal to have a bigger than normal lavia. She said its not painful or give her discomfort since she noticed it. She doesn't want to be examine by a male doctor, I can understand why. She cried when she heard that she might undergo lavial hypertrophy. Does she need that?
Tue, 4 Jun 2013
Hello, thanks for posting your query, If you could be pregnant, do a home pregnancy test. Any pregnant woman with abnormal vaginal symptoms should talk with her doctor about her symptoms before considering using any home treatment measures or nonprescription medicines. For more information, see the topic Pregnancy-Related Problems.
Avoid sex so that irritated vaginal tissues can heal.
Do not scratch the vaginal area. Relieve itching with a cold water compress or cool baths. Warm baths may also relieve pain and itching.
Make sure that the cause of your symptoms is not a forgotten tampon or other foreign object. For more information, see how to remove an object in the vagina.
Wear loose-fitting, cotton clothing. Stay away from nylon and synthetics, because they hold heat and moisture close to the skin, which makes it easier for an infection to start. You may want to remove pajama bottoms or underwear when you sleep.
Regards, Dr.Sharmila
Avoid sex so that irritated vaginal tissues can heal.
Do not scratch the vaginal area. Relieve itching with a cold water compress or cool baths. Warm baths may also relieve pain and itching.
Make sure that the cause of your symptoms is not a forgotten tampon or other foreign object. For more information, see how to remove an object in the vagina.
Wear loose-fitting, cotton clothing. Stay away from nylon and synthetics, because they hold heat and moisture close to the skin, which makes it easier for an infection to start. You may want to remove pajama bottoms or underwear when you sleep.
Regards, Dr.Sharmila
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