Vulva, vagina: itching, inflammation, burning, what are the causes?
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I certify that I do not send unwanted e-mailsIt scratches at the bottom? Origin, cause, treatment... We help you find the solution to soothe burning and itching sensations in the vulva and vagina.Itching, burns, losses... Good information to take care of our intimacy without necessarily revealing everything to our doctor.
Can an STD cause inflammation, discomfort?
Unlikely, as most sexual infections do not cause symptoms. The only ones that cause this kind of itching are trichomonas or vaginal herpes. If we think we could catch one of these two villains, we have no choice: we have to go to the gynecologist and take a vaginal sample in the lab.
Burns and white discharge, what are the causes?
And what's more, it burns inside the vagina? This is the robot portrait of a mycosis due to the candida albicans fungus. 75% of women are entitled to it at least once in their life, due to antibiotic treatment, hormonal imbalance (especially during pregnancy) or fragile terrain. If the discharge smells really strong, it looks more like vaginosis, caused by bacteria. In this case, it is necessary to consult.
Can an intimate cleanser soothe the discomfort?
Unfortunately no. On the contrary, washing too often can promote itching by unbalancing the vaginal flora and the pH. We clean ourselves with water, possibly with a surgras shower gel, if possible without perfume, without trying to clean all the little nooks.
Can my underwear be itchy?
Possible. The thong, for example, increases friction on the vulva and weakens it. Ditto with very tight pants at the crotch or wet swimsuit after the beach, which promotes the proliferation of the fungus. But the most "dangerous" remains full hair removal: without hair to protect it, the vulva loses some of its defenses against external aggressions, irritations and microbes. We can cut flush to make it clean, but we do not remove all pubic hair, especially around the lips.
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A priori no, because it is not transmitted during penetration and there is little chance that he realizes anything. But intercourse can be painful for us, because of the irritation. Warning: the fungus can infect the mouth of the partner who practices cunnilingus. To be avoided as long as the treatment has not been completed.
What can I discreetly ask the pharmacist?
Antifungals in the form of eggs (Monazol, MycoHydralin) and creams (Lomexin) generally provide relief. We supplement with probiotics (Physioflor) to rebalance the vaginal flora. For irritation, go gently with a Cicaplast or Bepanthen type cream, which soothes and repairs. If it doesn't get better after 2-3 days and it's the first time it's happened to us, we consult a gynecologist or a dermatologist.
Thanks to Dr. Marie-Claude Benattar, gynecologist, author of the "Little manual of intimate care for women", ed. Josette Lyons.
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