Patient's question:
The area around the vaginal opening is red, itchy, and burning. It is the position where the inner labia are parted, not the inside of the vagina.Past treatment and effectiveness: Bacterial vaginosis, external genital inflammation, and E. coli infection.
What kind of help is needed: Can the ointment for the external genitalia be applied to the area around the vaginal opening (near the inner labia, close to the hymen)?
Doctor's answer:
Bacterial vaginosis can affect women of all ages, and it is common across all age groups. It is generally treated by applying medication to the external genitalia or the vagina. However, if vaginal medication is not convenient, oral medication is recommended. For example, metronidazole or other antibiotics. The daily treatment for bacterial vaginosis primarily focuses on symptomatic relief. Patients can take various oral medications, supplement with many vitamins, and pay attention to their diet by eating light, soft, and easily digestible foods. We hope that bacterial vaginosis patients can recover as soon as possible! Thank you!