Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with Google
What Causes Itching In The Vulva Region And Vaginal Opening?
Question: M facing itching issue in my vagina..d starting point only...n not too comfortable during intercourse...so is dis sm sort of infection..??n it strtd after I was done wid my periods dis months
Brief Answer:
vulvovaginal candidiasis.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for the query to HCM,
The presence of itching in the vulval region and vaginal opening is indicative of a fungal infection called vulvovaginal candidiasis. This can be confirmed with a vaginal swab culture test and shall require a course of antifungals, both orally and local application to control infection and itching together.
Please meet your gynecologist to get a vaginal swab culture done.
Regards
vulvovaginal candidiasis.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for the query to HCM,
The presence of itching in the vulval region and vaginal opening is indicative of a fungal infection called vulvovaginal candidiasis. This can be confirmed with a vaginal swab culture test and shall require a course of antifungals, both orally and local application to control infection and itching together.
Please meet your gynecologist to get a vaginal swab culture done.
Regards
Note: Revert back with your gynae reports to get a clear medical analysis by our expert Gynecologic Oncologist. Click here.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Answered by
Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties
