What should I do about vulvar pain and itching at age 17?
Disease description:
I am 17 years old. Recently, I've been experiencing persistent itching and pain in my external genital area, which is very uncomfortable. What should I do about vulvar itching and pain at age 17?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Chen Zhe
Itching and pain in the external genitalia at age 17 should be treated according to the underlying cause. If the itching is due to poor local hygiene, wearing tight clothing, or prolonged friction without other discomfort, specific treatment may not be necessary. Simply maintaining good local hygiene and wearing loose-fitting clothes may provide relief. However, if symptoms such as abnormal odor or increased discharge are also present, medical evaluation and treatment at a hospital are required to address the underlying cause.
