A lump or ball in the vagina is almost always a sign of inflammation of the Bartholin or Skene glands, which help lubricate the vaginal canal. However, it can also have simpler causes, such as an ingrown hair or a pimple, for example. If the lump causes symptoms such as itching, burning or pain, it […]
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Itching in the vagina is not normal, and can be resolved with some daily care. See what you can do to resolve it. Anyone who is a woman knows that itchy vagina is a problem that persists in women’s lives. What you can’t do is find the discomfort normal and decide not to take care […]
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Pain in the vagina is common and generally does not mean anything very serious, and may simply be a consequence of wearing very tight clothes or being allergic to condoms or soap, for example. On the other hand, when pain in the vagina is frequent, does not improve over time or is accompanied by other […]
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The main cause of itchy vagina is allergies in the intimate area, generally caused by the use of intimate products or panties made of synthetic material. However, vaginal itching can also be caused by candidiasis, sexually transmitted infections (STIs) or vaginal cancer, for example. In addition to itching, women may also experience other symptoms such […]
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Ointments for vaginal itching, such as miconazole, nystatin or isoconazole, may be recommended by the gynecologist for the treatment of vaginal candidiasis, helping to relieve intense itching, irritation and white discharge. However, depending on its cause, other ointments may be recommended, such as dexamethasone, metronidazole or estrogen, to relieve vaginal itching due to vulvovaginitis, bacterial […]
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Burning in the vagina can be caused by allergies, diaper rash or skin irritation resulting from reactions to underwear, hygiene products, fabric softeners or creams. They can also indicate an infection, such as candidiasis, vaginosis, trichomoniasis or gonorrhea, for example, especially when the burning sensation in the vagina is accompanied by other symptoms such as […]
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