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Published on: September 27, 2019
Female Genital Itch
Jessica A Savas1, Rita O Pichardo2
1Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA.
Abstract:
Vulvar pruritus is a common complaint among young girls and women presenting to primary care physicians, gynecologists, and dermatologists. Female genital itch is especially disruptive because of its interference with sexual function and intimacy. Causes of vulvar itch are vast and may be inflammatory, environmental, neoplastic, or infectious, often with several causes coexisting simultaneously. Diagnosis may be difficult because of the unique anatomy and inherent properties of genital and perianal skin. Treatment is aimed at eliminating outside irritants, restoring epidermal barrier function, and suppressing inflammation.
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