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How Can Vaginal Itching Be Treated?
I am a college student,who had suffered from strong vaginal itchiness and tried many anti bacterial ointments.But i never got relief and as a last attempt i used clotrimazole cream for yeast infection my problem solved.Unfortunately after 1 month it again came with severe itchiness.so what medicine should i use to escape from this irritation.
Thu, 19 Apr 2018
Hi,
As per your clinical history, Do a clinical examination by your Doctor [Gyn] and discuss prescription medicines like [Metronidazole, Clotrimazole vaginal tab, and fluconazole] and follow lifestyle modifications like this:
1) Try to avoid baths, hot tubs, and whirlpool spas. Rinse soap from your outer genital area after a shower, and dry the area well to prevent irritation. Don't use scented or harsh soaps, such as those with deodorant or antibacterial action.
2) Try to avoid irritants. These include scented tampons and pads.
3) Try to wipe from front to back after using the toilet. Doing so avoids spreading fecal bacteria into your vagina.
4) Don't douche. Your vagina doesn't require cleansing other than normal bathing. Repetitive douching disrupts the normal organisms that reside in the vagina and can actually increase your risk of vaginal infection.
5) Use a latex condom. Both male and female latex condoms may help you avoid infections spread by sexual contact.
6) Try to wear cotton underwear.If you feel comfortable without it, skip wearing underwear to bed.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo
As per your clinical history, Do a clinical examination by your Doctor [Gyn] and discuss prescription medicines like [Metronidazole, Clotrimazole vaginal tab, and fluconazole] and follow lifestyle modifications like this:
1) Try to avoid baths, hot tubs, and whirlpool spas. Rinse soap from your outer genital area after a shower, and dry the area well to prevent irritation. Don't use scented or harsh soaps, such as those with deodorant or antibacterial action.
2) Try to avoid irritants. These include scented tampons and pads.
3) Try to wipe from front to back after using the toilet. Doing so avoids spreading fecal bacteria into your vagina.
4) Don't douche. Your vagina doesn't require cleansing other than normal bathing. Repetitive douching disrupts the normal organisms that reside in the vagina and can actually increase your risk of vaginal infection.
5) Use a latex condom. Both male and female latex condoms may help you avoid infections spread by sexual contact.
6) Try to wear cotton underwear.If you feel comfortable without it, skip wearing underwear to bed.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo
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