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What could be the reason for intermittent burning and itching sensations around the vaginal area for the past three months?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I have noticed a burning and itching sensation around the vaginal area. It has been going on for about three months, which comes and goes. However, it gets really bad after I have sex. I have not had sex for about two weeks, and the pain does not go away. I took a picture and noticed red, raw dots. I am nervous. Is it STD? Please let me know what you think.

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Uzma Arqam

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Uzma Arqam is a dedicated Obstetrician and Gynecologist with expertise in prenatal care, high-risk pregnancy management, infertility treatment, menstrual disorders, and minimally invasive gynecological procedures. She provides comprehensive women’s healthcare with a focus on safety, compassion, and personalized treatment. Dr. Arqam is committed to supporting women’s health at every stage of life through evidence-based practices and patient-centered care.

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I read your query, and it is better to have the following investigations as the condition has been there for three months:

  1. Urine culture sensitivity.
  2. Urine analysis.
  3. High vaginal swabs.
  4. Local examination that might need skin scrapping from the lesions or swabs or biopsy.

My advice:

Consult a specialist doctor, talk to them, and take medications with their consent.

  1. Take tablet Doxycycline 100 mg, 12 hourly.
  2. Take the tablet Metronidazole 400 mg every eight hours for seven days.
  3. Try to avoid the local application of chemicals and cosmetics.
  4. Try to sit in warm water for relief.
  5. Use condoms to avoid infection transmission.
  6. Follow strict hygiene.
  7. Wear soft, comfortable undergarments.
  8. Have lots of water and cranberry juice.

Hope this helps.

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Uzma Arqam
Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At February 9, 2023
Reviewed At June 20, 2024

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Uzma Arqam is a dedicated Obstetrician and Gynecologist with expertise in prenatal care, high-risk pregnancy management, infertility treatment, menstrual disorders, and minimally invasive gynecological procedures. She provides comprehensive women’s healthcare with a focus on safety, compassion, and personalized treatment. Dr. Arqam is committed to supporting women’s health at every stage of life through evidence-based practices and patient-centered care.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Uzma Arqam is a dedicated Obstetrician and Gynecologist with expertise in prenatal care, high-risk pregnancy management, infertility treatment, menstrual disorders, and minimally invasive gynecological procedures. She provides comprehensive women’s healthcare with a focus on safety, compassion, and personalized treatment. Dr. Arqam is committed to supporting women’s health at every stage of life through evidence-based practices and patient-centered care.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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