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What Is The Treatment For Itchy Perineum?
Hello, I am an avid bicycle rider and the past month or so have been battling an itchy perineum. I ve tried neosporan, jock itch spray, and metronidazole. The metronidazole seems to help the most but it still comes back and itches like no ones business sometimes.
Fri, 28 Feb 2020
Hello,
Cleanse gently. Clean the area around the anus with plain water or mild soap and a soft (non-terry) washcloth once daily. Avoid scrubbing. Pat dry or use a hair dryer set on low. Don't scratch. Wear white cotton underwear that don't bind. This helps keep the area dry. Avoid irritants. Avoid bubble baths, genital deodorants, harsh or perfumed soaps, and moist wipes. Use white, unscented toilet paper. Change your diet. Cut back on or avoid coffee, cola, alcohol, citrus fruits, chocolate, spicy foods,
Apply ointments or gels. Protect the affected skin from moisture by applying a thin layer of a zinc oxide ointment (Desitin, Balmex) or petroleum jelly (Vaseline). If needed, apply hydrocortisone 1 percent cream two to three times a day for a brief period to relieve symptoms. Maintain regular, firm bowel movements
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Richa Agarwal, OBGYN
Cleanse gently. Clean the area around the anus with plain water or mild soap and a soft (non-terry) washcloth once daily. Avoid scrubbing. Pat dry or use a hair dryer set on low. Don't scratch. Wear white cotton underwear that don't bind. This helps keep the area dry. Avoid irritants. Avoid bubble baths, genital deodorants, harsh or perfumed soaps, and moist wipes. Use white, unscented toilet paper. Change your diet. Cut back on or avoid coffee, cola, alcohol, citrus fruits, chocolate, spicy foods,
Apply ointments or gels. Protect the affected skin from moisture by applying a thin layer of a zinc oxide ointment (Desitin, Balmex) or petroleum jelly (Vaseline). If needed, apply hydrocortisone 1 percent cream two to three times a day for a brief period to relieve symptoms. Maintain regular, firm bowel movements
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Richa Agarwal, OBGYN
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