Patient's question:
I am 55 years old and have been menopausal for three years. My winter health check-up results were all normal, but I have been experiencing vulvar itching. At first, it itched at night, and when I took a bath, I wanted to use hot water to wash and scratch. Now the itching is getting worse, and I feel too embarrassed to go to the hospital. Please advise what medicine to use.Doctor's answer:
Recurring vulvar itching cannot be ruled out as vulvar eczema, fungal vulvitis, or trichomonal vulvitis, and the possibility of leukoplakia of the vulva should also be considered: It is best to re-examine, as different conditions require different medications. The cause needs to be confirmed. If it is vulvar eczema, calamine lotion can be used for washing. If it is vulvitis, Chinese herbal preparation kushen lotion can be used for washing. At the same time, scratching should be prevented, and underwear should be changed frequently. In addition to promptly treating vulvar itching, patients should maintain a positive attitude to face the disease. Only in this way can patients receive timely and appropriate treatment.