Are Vaginitis and Anal itching Related? Posted: 06-04-06 10:24am
I have severe vaginitis and anal itching.
I am going to see a dermatologist
regarding red itchy eyes and outer ears as
they do not appear to be allergies, etc
and my family doc is not sure what is
causing this. Is it possible the the
vaginitis/anal itching could also be
related?
I have tried canesten, polysporin, even
penaten cream, but nothing helps. The
itching is keeping me up at night and is
extremely uncomfortable. Is there anything
I can do to get relief?
Thanks!
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General Q&A Answer A1031 Posted: 06-07-06 06:19am
First, you can visit a gynecologist for a
vaginal examination. A Pap-smear and
vaginal smear can be requested to examine
microbiology. These tests (especially the
second one) can indicate the cause of
vaginitis. Treatment will be reccommended
according to the result of these tests.
Itchiness of the eyes and outer ears can
be diagnosed by proper specialists
(ophthalmologist and ENT); microbiological
smears are correct protocol for these
regions as well. An allergy and infection
can be present simultaneously.
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General Q&A Answer A1031 Posted: 06-07-06 06:20am
First, you can visit a gynecologist for a
vaginal examination. A Pap-smear and
vaginal smear can be requested to examine
microbiology. These tests (especially the
second one) can indicate the cause of
vaginitis. Treatment will be reccommended
according to the result of these tests.
Itchiness of the eyes and outer ears can
be diagnosed by proper specialists
(ophthalmologist and ENT); microbiological
smears are correct protocol for these
regions as well. An allergy and infection
can be present simultaneously.
DISCLAIMER: "Ask a Doctor" Questions are answered by Dr. Nikola Gjuzelov, General Practitioner. Dr. Gjuzelov practices medicine for the general public and is affiliated with the Republic of Macedonia Public Health Institution. For more information about Dr. Gjuzelov or other eHealthForum.com medical experts, please visit our About Us page. You may also visit our General Q and A Forum, for moderated patient to patient support and information.
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