Candidiasis vulvovaginitis What should I do if the vulva is very itchy?

Patient's question:

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Doctor's answer:

Your condition may be candidiasis of the vagina. Patients with candidiasis of the vagina typically experience increased vaginal discharge, itching and burning sensation in the external genitalia and vagina, pain during urination, and often redness and swelling around the external genitalia. The skin changes can vary; a solution of sodium bicarbonate can be used for external washing to treat it, which may be somewhat effective.