WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for December, 2001: Re: viginal pain

Re: viginal pain

From: William F. von Almen, II, MD, FACOG (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Sun, 2 Dec 2001 15:05:17 -0600 (CST)

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At Sun, 2 Dec 2001, amen wrote: >
>I have had many visits to many different obgyns. I have a burning,
>itching
>>sensation that developes before my period (3-5 days), almost monthly. It is
>>somewhat on the outside lips, but mostly around and just inside the opening.
>>During this time, sex is too painful; it swells, reddens and burns horribly.
>>It also burns and itches throughout the day/night. I have tried the usual
>>yeast infection cures (incluidng creams and suppositories), and they don't
>>work. I have been treated for hypersqemus (spelled?). Also the not so common
>>form of yeast infection. I have been given among other "cures", terazol and
>>am currently applying fungizone. This problem has been going on for several
>>years. It starts like clockwork. It usually clears up after my period is
>>over, about 3-5 days. However, sometimes it lasts from one period to the
>>next. So basically every 2 weeks I suffer from this. And it is miserable.
>>Please, if you have any suggestions or ideas, I would be greatful. Thank you.
Amen

It sounds hormonal to me. Perhaps talk to doc about trying some hormone cream in the area about a week before menses or try cortisone cream.

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William F. von Almen, II, MD, FACOG
Chairman, Editorial Advisory Board
Pregnancy and Birth Section
Private Practice
New Orleans, La.

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