WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for December, 2000: Re: embarassing itch

Re: embarassing itch

From: Robin (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Mon, 18 Dec 2000 13:27:23 -0600 (CST)

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At Mon, 18 Dec 2000, Jules wrote: >
>Can anybody help? I have an itch on one side only of the labia majora. I
>have had this problem for at least 8 years. I have been to several
>Doctors who have tested for all of the appropriate STD's as well as
>prescribed many different creams (including one's for thrush), nothing
>has worked. I have even tried to use non-soap cleansers. The area is
>always dry and irritated. Any idea's?

Hi Jules,

I had this same problem about a year or so ago. The Dr. tried a couple of different creams (at times my cultures were positive for yeast and bacterial vaginosis). There were several times where I was very red and raw, but nothing on cultures. My Dr. did a vulvar biopsy, where they numb an area and take a little biopsy and send it to the pathologist to see if there is something going on. After the results came back, I was put on two different creams/ointments and it worked.

Talk to the Dr. about doing a biopsy if all else has failed. I know this is not a comfortable thing to go through. Another thing for soothing the area. You can use the Aveeno Oatmeal Baths and also use a bag of frozen peas as an ice pack to the vaginal area. It molds perfectly. Also use Dove Unscented for Sensitive Skin. Try to use detergents that are dye free/perfume free as well.

Hope this helps.

-- Robin

-- ~Robin~

I'm not a Dr. or any type of Medical Professional. The information I share is based on what I have experienced personally or what I have learned.

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