Patient's question:
Female, 22 years old. No history of masturbation. There are local ulcers-like lesions on the external genitalia. Usually, it is not felt or itchy, but it becomes itchy after urination. It is not itchy during menstruation. The discharge test was normal. There are a few small bumps and discoloration in the gaps around the labia minora and vaginal opening, and some red patches on the labia majora. It is unclear if they are ulcers. Antibiotic ointment was used, but the ulcer-like areas became redder after application. It improved slightly after a few days, but today there are new reddened areas. Only the red spots and bumps are itchy, while other areas are not. What could this be? How should it be treated?Doctor's answer:
This is vulvitis caused by vaginal discharge. Based on your description, it is recommended that you maintain good local hygiene and dryness, use a gynecological wash to clean the vulva, and apply clotrimazole to the affected area afterward. Wishing you good health! In addition to active treatment, patients with vulvitis should also pay attention to maintaining a positive mood in daily life, as a good mood is very helpful for recovery. I hope the above answer can assist you. Thank you!