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What Causes Itching Around Groin Area While Wearing A Sanitary Pad?
HI IM RACHEL DEVORE I HAVE A QUESTION CAN I BE ALLDERGIC TO PADS I NEVER HAD PROBLEMS BEFORE TILL UP TO NOW AFTER I HAD MY BABY IM 27 YEARS OLD IT WAS MY FIRST BABY AND ITS BEEN TWO WEEKS SINCE I GAVE BIRTH AND I BEEN HAVING IRRITATION ON MY PRIVATE AREA AND ITCHY AND IT ONLY DOES IT WHEN IM WEARING A PAD
Tue, 21 Apr 2020
Hi,
Some brands may cause sensitivity in some individuals. Changing to a different brand is usually all that is needed.
Meanwhile, you can apply emollients like a diaper cream over the area for soothing. If itching is bothersome, you can take antihistamine tablets like Levocetirizine 5mg at bed time for 3-5 days- no much concern on baby, and can continue breast feeding.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Muhammed Aslam T. K., Pediatrician
Some brands may cause sensitivity in some individuals. Changing to a different brand is usually all that is needed.
Meanwhile, you can apply emollients like a diaper cream over the area for soothing. If itching is bothersome, you can take antihistamine tablets like Levocetirizine 5mg at bed time for 3-5 days- no much concern on baby, and can continue breast feeding.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Muhammed Aslam T. K., Pediatrician
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