Vaginal itching can result from exposure to irritants like harsh soaps, ointments, detergents, and toilet papers, eczema, psoriasis, vaginal yeast infection, bacterial vaginosis, sexually transmitted diseases, menopause, and stress. To prevent vaginal itching, avoid using scented and harsh soap and detergents, and wear loose-fitting clothes.
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Query: Hello doctor,I have eczema and a very irritated and painful vagina. I do not have an STI because I have been with a single partner for the past few years. Please suggest treatment to provide relief for my pain.Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understood your concern. Such irritation could be because of a wet area (mostly because of sweat or urine) which causes irritation and rash, or there could be pubic hair infection. This could also be because of eczema. So, I suggest you... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor, I am sexually active for the past four months. There is itching in my vagina for the past two days. It does not appear red or swollen. This has never happened before. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. The itching could be because of a wet genital area (usually because of sweat). It could also be because of some minor infection. As per the description you have given, there is no need to visit a doctor right now. I suggest you do the foll... Read Full »
I am experiencing itchy vaginal infection spreading to my bikini line and thighs. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, For a month now, I have had an infection on the skin around my vagina, and bikini line, and it is now spreading to my thighs too (it is itchy and turning black). I saw a skin doctor and used some creams, thinking it was a ringworm or fungal infection (I am not sure what it really is), but... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and understood your concern. I am unable to view the picture as it is showing as invalid. I will contact customer care to resolve this issue. Please do not panic, as every problem has a solution. If the lesions appear as coin-like scaly patches, ... Read Full »
I have been having vaginal itching after using public toilets. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor,I have used all public toilets during my long travel and now I have vaginal itching. What should I do? What could be the reason?Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. This itching could be because of a vaginal or urinary tract infection. As the public toilets and not very clean so it increases the chances of infection like UTI or vaginal bacteriosis. There are urinary-related complaints like burning micturi... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, I have occasionally been suffering from fungal infections in my vagina. A couple of years ago, I got treated and recovered. But again, this year, I am suffering. There is a thick white discharge and roughness in my private area. It is quite painful while having sex, and I even bleed af... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Have you done any investigations like a pap smear, vaginal swab, and BSL? If not, please get it done. Is there any family history of diabetes? You should keep that area clean and dry, change undergarments twice a day, a... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor,I am a 24-year-old girl. After my last intercourse, I have a greenish discharge. I noticed increased vaginal discharge, foul odor, and itching in the vagina. Please help.Thanks. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. According to your description there is possibility of having vaginal infection. You should take tablet Doxycycline 100 mg twice daily, Metronidazole 400 mg thrice daily, Pantaprazole 40 mg twice daily before meal, and C... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor,I have frequent urination, vaginal itching, vaginal discharge (no smell) anus itching, pelvic pain, vaginitis, and lower back pain. I went to three different doctors and they said it looks like yeast or a bladder infection. They gave me medicine and it did not work. I am taking cranberr... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Thank you for stopping by! I am here to provide expert opinions on your medical issues. According to your description, it looks like UTI (urinary tract infection) rather than a vaginal infection. To avoid such subsequent infections you should keep that area clean and dry, change undergarmen... Read Full »
I have been experiencing severe vaginal itching for the past week. Please advise.
Query: Hi doctor, I have been experiencing horrible external and internal vaginal itching for the past week and OTC treatment is not working. I have been sexually active. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your case and I understand your concern, such irritation usually occurs due to the wet area and it may cause infections. You should always clean and dry your genital area after urination. Keep that area clean shaved. Change undergarments two times i... Read Full »