There are a number of conditions that may affect your vulva and vagina.
Some may cause only minor discomfort, others pain and irritation. Most are easily treatable so ask your doctor for help and advice.
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Eczema
Eczema (said ‘ex-ma’) is an inflammatory skin condition that can make skin red, dry and itchy. It is one of the most common causes of vulvar irritation.
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Thrush (candida)
Thrush (or candida) is an infection of the vagina that makes your genitals very itchy and sore. It is very common and most women have it at least once in their lives. It is not a sign of bad hygiene.
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Bacterial vaginosis (BV)
Bacterial vaginosis is a condition where your vagina makes a greyish discharge that can smell fishy.
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Abscesses
An abscess (said ‘ab-cess’) is when a collection of bacteria and pus builds beneath the skin. Abscesses are often sore, red, and swollen. They can develop on your labia or just outside your vagina in an area called the Bartholin’s glands.
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Lichen sclerosus
Lichen sclerosus (said ‘like-en skler-oh-sus’) is a skin condition that makes patches of skin look white, thickened and crinkly. It most often affects the skin around the vulva or anus.
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Lichen planus
Lichen planus (said ‘like-en plain-us’) is an inflammatory condition that can cause bumps on your skin and/or sores in moist areas like your mouth and vagina and around your vulva.
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Vulvodynia
Vulvodynia is a condition where there is pain, burning and discomfort in the vulva that cannot be linked to a specific cause.
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Psoriasis, ulcers & lesions
Vulva pain and discomfort may also be associated with psoriasis and ulcers, both of which can be treated with a topical cream. Lesions, however may require surgery.
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