Patient's question:
Doctor, I'd like to ask about that external genital itching. I had a routine vaginal discharge test, but it's not very clear what the cause is. After treating it for two days, the test results have improved, but I just had an abortion surgery. Can I still take the medication prescribed by the doctor for gynecological diseases?Doctor's answer:
Symptoms of vulvar itching require medication under the guidance of a doctor and should not be used arbitrarily or excessively. Local topical medications for treating vulvar itching include calamine lotion, diphenhydramine cream, corticosteroid creams, and other itch-relieving lotions and creams. Severe symptoms may require local or acupoint injection with corticosteroids, vitamin B12, and promethazine.In addition to medication, it is important to avoid mental stress, reduce anxiety and tension in daily life. The diet should be light and avoid spicy, cold, and irritating foods. Avoid drinking strong tea, alcohol, and other stimulants. When bathing, do not use excessively hot water or strong irritants like soap to wash the vulva.