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Vaginal itching
From last few days i am having white patches on outer area of my vagina... i dont know what exactly it is but but i am having two much itching at that area.. please suggest some ointment
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White patches on the outer vaginal area (vulva) with intense itching most commonly suggest one of these:
Most Likely:
Next Steps
✅ First-line Treatment (if no severe symptoms)
You can try:
✔ Clotrimazole 1% cream
Apply thin layer externally twice daily for 7–14 days
OR
✔ Miconazole cream (similar use)
Important:
• Apply only externally
• Continue full 7 days even if itching reduces
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If You Also Have:
• Thick white discharge (curd-like)
• Burning while urinating
• Redness/swelling
You may need:
✔ Oral Fluconazole 150 mg single dose
(Only after doctor consultation, especially if pregnant)
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⚠ See Gynecologist If:
• Patches look very white & shiny
• Skin cracking or bleeding
• Itching not improving after 1 week
• Recurrent infections
• You are diabetic
Because lichen sclerosus needs steroid treatment (not antifungal).
Health Tips
✔ Wear loose cotton underwear
✔ Keep area dry
✔ Avoid scented soap / vaginal wash
✔ Avoid scratching
✔ Wash with plain water only
✔ Change underwear twice daily if sweating
Avoid:
❌ Steroid creams without diagnosis
❌ Mixed creams (betnovate + antifungal combo)
These can worsen fungal infection.
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Important Question
Are you:
• Pregnant?
• Diabetic?
• Having vaginal discharge?
Let me know, because treatment changes in pregnancy and diabetes.
For now, start clotrimazole externally for 7 days and monitor response. If not improving, do not delay gynec consultation.
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Leucorrhoea
Maintain hygiene with plain water every time after washroom.
Locally apply candid cream deep in vegina two .
Candid 300 veginal tab to insert in vegina at night before sleep.
Mo tek lc one e at night for five days. Oz tab two times a day after food for five days.
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Diabetes? Urine infection? Tight undergarments? Dehydration? Kindly consult with me on 94 two six eight six 78 nine six.
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Dear Patient,
White patches on the outer vaginal area with itching are commonly due to fungal infection (yeast infection), bacterial infection, or irritation. It is important to confirm the cause before starting treatment, as incorrect use of ointments can worsen symptoms.
What you should do
- Keep the area clean and dry
- Avoid scented soaps, douches, and tight synthetic clothing
- Wear cotton underwear to reduce moisture
Medicines/Ointments
- Topical antifungal creams (like clotrimazole or miconazole) are usually effective for yeast infections
- Apply twice daily for 5–7 days
- Avoid self-medicating with steroid creams without medical advice
consult me urgently
- Severe pain, swelling, or pus discharge
- Fever or spreading redness
- No improvement after 5–7 days of treatment
For further guidance and personalized treatment you may consult me on Practo anytime.
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