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Vulva itching
I have had vulvar itching for several years, previously intense at night and worse during periods. Scratching caused burning, redness, and thickened/wrinkled skin. After taking fluconazole 150 mg, I noticed partial improvement (~60%), the itching is less intense and less frequent, and period-related itching has stopped, but mild itching persists. Sometimes aggressive.
I also have very dry, itchy, flaky skin on my arms, legs, and thighs, with redness and small bumps after scratching. This makes me unsure whether my vulvar symptoms are due to a fungal infection or a general dry/eczema-prone skin condition.
I am unmarried and sexually inactive. I also experience vulvar dryness related to itching.
Im not sure now if the fluconazole worked correctly or the problem still exists? how can I prevent relapse, and should I consult a gynecologist or a dermatologist?
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Understand your problem and empathise with you.
It definitely is an issue for a Dermatologist as opposed to a Gynecologist.
Note you mentioned you are not active currently nor married. Has there been any activity in the past and if so, some blood tests may be in order.
Your basic underlying issue appears to be dryness of the skin and needs to be addressed. Stressors often play a role and perhaps a closed door discussion on that with one of us or a counsellor may help more.
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Online Consultation please to go into the history a bit more and make specific suggestions tailor made for you
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Avoid excessive douche/intim washes or soaps 🧼 and switch to cleansers while bathing
Clip and file nails 💅 to avoid inflicting further damage while scratching.
Antihistamine (sedative once daily) may be an useful adjunct
Moisturizer of choice
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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required..
Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription & guidance.
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Dr. Sonia Tekchandani
Dermatologist
40 yrs exp
Mumbai
Kindly consult us online so that we can get your detailed history and prescribe you accordingly
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Dr. Radhika Prabhakar Chavan
Dermatologist
8 yrs exp
Aurangabad
It is more a dermatologist domain. Sometimes its not fungal infection but vulval pruritus which needs a different approach altogether.
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Consultation with a dermatologist will help .
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Avoid using v wash too often.
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Dr. Palak Deshmukh
Dermatologist
14 yrs exp
Pune
It is of importance how do I maintain vaginal hygiene.kindly consult for better diagnosis and management
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Dr. Rashmi Nandwana
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19 yrs exp
Noida
Kindly consult online for proper treatment and guidance.
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