Patient's question:
A child has vulvar itching with a few small, not very noticeable red bumps. It has been 3 days. Can calamine lotion be used to wipe it a few times?Doctor's answer:
The situation you mentioned, where the child's external genital area shows symptoms of itching and rashes again, could possibly be due to a pinworm infection? It could also be eczema? Or vaginal inflammation in young girls?Recommendation: Seek medical attention as soon as possible. Undergo a thorough examination, and use vaginal discharge, perianal, and anal swab tests. Based on the test results, identify the pathogen. After confirming the diagnosis and cause, proceed with targeted treatment.
Since the patient is experiencing external genital itching, we should actively take treatment measures and avoid delaying medical consultation. If the itching persists despite treatment, it is important to promptly adjust the treatment plan.