Patient's question:
The inner thigh has been swollen and red for about two and a half months. I couldn't figure out the reason, but it got better, only to turn red again in a couple of days. The child often scratches it with their hand.Previous treatment and effectiveness: Used potassium permanganate, Jieryin, saltwater wash, and...
Doctor's answer:
Vaginitis refers to the inflammation of the skin or mucous membrane of the external genitalia. It is classified into acute and chronic types. Female vaginitis can be caused by various factors, with common types including simple vaginitis, fungal vaginitis, infantile vaginitis, and vaginitis caused by trichomoniasis. When vaginitis occurs, regardless of the cause, patients primarily exhibit symptoms such as itching, redness, swelling, and burning pain in the external genitalia.Recommendations:
1. After each bowel movement, promptly clean the area to prevent fecal contamination of the external genitalia.
2. Underwear should be made of pure cotton to avoid allergic itching of the external genitalia.
3. If pinworms are present in the body, take deworming medication promptly to prevent itching and redness of the external genitalia caused by pinworms.
4. Women with gynecological infections should seek medical attention immediately.
5. The basin and towels used for cleaning the external genitalia must be dedicated and should not be used for other purposes.
6. The basin is best made of metal, allowing heated purified water to be added. Place the towel in the water, heat it until it is agitated, and cool it to approximately 40°C before use. Avoid mixing hot and cold water. This method thoroughly removes impurities from tap water, towels, and the basin.
7. Do not use soap or other cleansers to clean the external genitalia, and avoid excessively high water temperatures.