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Calamine Lotion for Vaginal Itch

Audrey%20 (New%20Jersey%20) on 08/20/2020
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Like other posters, I have had a chronic itch on my left labia since I was 19 (I’m 54). It started when I was given multiple courses of a strong antibiotic for a presumed stubborn UTI that turned out to be interstitial cystitis. So I assumed it was a yeast infection, but it persisted.

Over the years I’ve tried many natural remedies with varying results. My gyn even biopsied it (painful! Only result: folliculitis). I had an injection of cortisone (super painful and made me crazy). Sometimes the itching eases up on its own, sometimes it flares up, I don’t know why either occurs.

Recently it’s been really bad again. I saw an old bottle of calamine lotion in the cabinet and gave it a try (a plus, much less messy than many other topicals). It worked, better than anything I’ve ever tried. And the relief, while not permanent (so far, I’ve had to reapply it a time or two) lasts for a while. I can already see improvement in the skin thickening that had developed.

It’s cheap, easy and very effective. Worth a try!

Julie (Texas) on 06/11/2020
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My mother always told me to use a vinegar douche. It works great. Depends on how much you itch as to how strong you may want it.

Anonymous (Delhi ) on 03/04/2019

I recently had a few symptoms of itching, redness and discharge for which I visited my gynae who told me I’ve got a mixed infection and has given me a long list of medicines including antibiotic, suppositories and ointments which has made my symptoms worse. The itching has increased and furthermore I’m experiencing dull pain in my lower right and left abdomen and back. I don’t know whether I should continue having the medicines or look at some alternative treatment option

Re: Dietary Changes for Vaginal Itching

Wendy427 (Columbus Oh) on 12/27/2018
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I had the same itching a few years ago. Not intra-vaginal (inside the vagina), but perianal (between the vaginal opening & the anal opening). Horrible itching. Gynecologist didn't have a clue. Only thing that finally stopped it was regularly drinking water with organic ACV and Baking Soda, AND removing all sugar & bad carbs from my diet, and no more itching.

Dietary Changes for Vaginal Itching

Rhonda (Usa) on 12/27/2018
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I had severe itching down there until 5 days ago. I got viral gastroenteritis and could not really eat anything for 3 days. I still can't eat much yet but...the itching went away. I believe there is a histamine reaction happening, which, after going through menopause, we are more sensitive to. Google low histamine foods and also alkaline diet. I didn't want to be that sick but the itching went away with no food. I am going to be eating low histamine and alkalizing foods and no wheat or dairy from here on out. I hope this helps someone with their severe itching. It's enough to drive you mad!

Re: Cold Water Treatment for Vaginal Itching

Lotusborn (Hawaii) on 05/12/2017
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Somebody suggested the use of calmoseptine cream which I have been using now for a long time. I think vick vaporub is far too harsh at least for me. Calmoseptine is a thick cream with zinc and not only does it soothe, cools and heals itchy and hot skin. It is formulated for babies rashes so it is gentle enough for vagina areas. It has been a helper after I couldn't do the cold water or ice anymore. When it takes a long time to figure out the reasons for itchy inflamed vaginal skin, calmoseptine is a wonderful relief and one can sleep. For now, I am aware that it can be an allergic reaction to napkins which I wear every day or to foods one cannot tolerate. I found I had a milk allergy. So, I stopped cheese, yoghurt, etc It can be fungal infection or parasitic. I recently started detoxifying with Pectasol-C and this helped very much. It all started out because I had a stressful period in my life. One has to have patience and watch one's own body for clues and reactions. Over time, being a good detective, usually one can eliminate one culprit after another. I like doing my own healing work even if it takes a long time.

Multiple Remedies for Vaginal Itching

Cibitka (EU) on 06/27/2016
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Here is protocol, that I apply whenever I get raw and inflamed lady parts:

1. I put non-pasteurised and non-filtered ACV into a small (cereal) bowl.
2. I shower my lady parts, but I don't use any cosmetics, no soap, no intime shower gel, just rinse with water.
3. I take a cotton pad, wet it in the ACV and pat-clean gently over the whole lady parts area.
If the area is really raw, this procedure burns like hell during the first 1-2 mins, but then its ok.
If you are not prepared to bear it, mix ACV with equal part of lukewarm water in the bowl - this will cause less burning.
4. Leave the area with the ACV on for few minutes (up to 10 mins is enough).
5. Rinse very briefly with water - some ACV residues will only be beneficial.
6. Pat dry with paper towel.

Important rules:

1. NEVER DRY YOUR LADY PARTS WITH STANDARD TOWEL. Always use paper kitchen towels instead.

2. CONSIDER QUITTING SUPERMARKET-BASED COSMETICS, that you have been applying on your lady parts.
Most (if not all) of commercial products from supermarkets contain ingredients, that I see on the bathroom ingredients 'Black Lists'. Even though the package declares 'bio/organic/magic plant/diamond dust/future technology' - the miniature font ingredients on the other side of the package tell a completely different story... often a scary one...

I have observed, that whenever I return to 'standard' cosmetics for a longer period of time, my lady parts health is shaken.
I now choose carefully what I wash it with. And by choosing, I don't mean looking at the front of the package, but at the back - where the INCI ingredients list is. That list is the ONLY part of package, that tells you clearly, whether the content is any good.

Considerations:

1. Often I just use left-over tea from my herbal tea jug or mix ACV with bit of water and clean my lady parts with a cotton pad while showering. If nature really needed a soapy thing for my lady parts, it would have had for sure created a gland for it somewhere on my body...
2. I also tend to not wear tight underwear during night. Often no underwear during the night at all.
3. If I encounter dryness afterwards, I tend to use a cold-pressed oil of any kind. Non-refined coconut oil is quite pleasant.

Honey for Vaginal Itching

Eliyaspirit (Israel) on 05/31/2016
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I suddenly had very bad itching and discomfort in the vaginal area. My GYN gave me Estriadol Suppositories.

I am 69 and way past Menopause. There was no discharge, and my GYN couldn't really get in due to dryness, but she said come back after daily doses for 3 months. They didn't help, and matters got worse.

So I turned to EC. Tried the Coconut Oil which gave immediate relief, but temporary.

This morning I tried the Honey and it seemed to make it worse, but I waited it out.. After about 15 minutes, I felt fine. Hope this lasts!!!

Thanks to all for your help.

Re: Garlic Powder Paste for Vaginal Itching

Brittany (Nashville) on 02/06/2016
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Thank You very much for the garlic paste idea. This helped me very much. To be truthful to the other viewers the burning was very hard for me to bear , but to be fair I have a very low pain tolerance. Good news though: 1 so far it has gotten rid of my itching 100%. Number 2 the burning only lasts 3-4 minutes! I very much did like this remedy and I recommend this for everyone who has vaginal itching or a yeast infection. Thank You!

Garlic for Vaginal Itching

Jo (Ny) on 01/03/2016
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One clove, slightly crushed, burned at first and got rid of itch within an hour. Thank you

Re: Apple Cider Vinegar For Vaginal Itching

Dodie (Mn) on 11/12/2015
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Vaginal Itching

Coconut oil works remarkably well for that area, it is antifungal, anibacterial and non toxic it also controls odor, soothes and heals skin, you can google many uses of coconut oil, organic can be purchased almost anywhere, walmart, walgreens or healthfood stores.

Cold Water Therapy, Salt Baths Helping Vaginal Itching

Sharon (England) on 10/03/2015
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I have had intense vaginal itching for the past week or so and not to mention some sleepless nights, its been driving me insane! I found three things that have really helped me:

Cold water treatment : I use a jug to pour cold water onto my vagina over the bath, gives quick reliefe and abled me to sleep!

Salt bath : Just fill normal bath and then add salt! Not to much but not to little, I would say around half a cup, sit in the bath and open the lips of your vagina and aloe the water to pass inside you- relax! This gives instant reliefe and compleatley reduced my itching by 90% for a full day!

Drink water : Simply drink lots of water, but not tons as your body won't be able to cope with it

I hope I helped! I'm still waiting for my itching to go and I cant wait until it does because its horrible!

Vicks Vapor Rub for Vaginal Itching

Amaw (Al) on 09/21/2015
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Vaginal Itching:

I use vicks vaporub. Burns, but the itch goes away. I use it 2x per day, just smear it on. Seriously, it works for me.

Re: Apple Cider Vinegar For Vaginal Itching

Mary (Texas, Usa) on 04/28/2015
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I have found apple cider vinegar applied externally with a damp wash cloth gives immediate relief and I can do this as much as I need to control the pH.

Acidophilus for Vaginal Itch

Flor V (Bogota, Colombia ) on 01/22/2015
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Acidophilus dissolved in pure water (emptying two capsules of acidophilus in an ounce of water and mix thoroughly) introduce into the vagina with a syringe without needle, do it twice a day for three days. It is an excellent remedy for vaginal itching..for daily hygiene use water with a little vinegar, avoid using soaps. Thanks

Re: Honey for Vaginal Itching

Sharon (Nj) on 09/14/2014
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I tried virgin coconut oil and got some relief at first. Then I tried honey. It worked much better and the itch is almost completely gone after 2 days of use. I applied it once a day in the morning after a shower. I also used a pantiliner to protect my underwear.

Re: Supplements for Menopause Itch Relief

M_mtz (Ca, Usa) on 03/21/2014
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MENOPAUSE ITCH RELIEF / VULVA ISSUES

I was having ELECTRICAL CURRENTS there that kept me from sleeping. Went on a vulva info website (http://www.mydr.com.au/womens-health/vulval-problems-a-self-help-guide) n learned it has to do w staying off my female parts as I work at a desk. So by adjusting my seated position n taking breakes those shocking currents disappeared right away!

Applying Vaseline for coating protection really helped as well! ACV stings too much n I believe I've tried just about everything out there!

NOW WHAT I FOUND FOR THE ITCH!

Out of PURE DESPERATION AFTER YEARS OF SUFFERING this week I took double daily dose of CALCIUM/MAGNESIUM/ZINC and it cut the itching completely, like I never ever had it n I've had it for many years now! Nothing has relieved it like this but next day I ate late n felt very acidic n the C/M/Z didn't help as much so am figuring it has EVERYTHING TO DO WITH ACIDITY.

Itching as someone wrote is a form of PAIN, that was BRILLIANT n makes perfect sense! So I also took a pain reliever + 2 C/M/Z (3 being a daily dose according to bottle/Nature Made) - every 3 hours. Replaced one dose of Ibuprofen with an aspirin once a day. So this is what has alleviated the itch almost completely. Staying less acidic by not eating heavy at night plus the C/M/Z + pain reliever! Now I am finally able to get some much needed sleep n I haven't slept soundly in months!

Hope this helps someone!

Multiple Remedies That Helped Vaginal Itch

Sunny (Ca) on 12/18/2013
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Many remedies I have tried for vagina itch which work:

Sea Salt in bath, stay in bath for a while, do for one week.

Or use fumes of very hot sea salt water, to let this vapor go in the vagina, you can use a bucket. Can look for this in you tube.

Tampons:
Can soak tampons in one of following solutions, insert and leave in.

Sea Salt and water mixture ( I think this is the most effective) ( get pure sea salt, not with additives) ( will boil salt in drinking water let cool and soak)

Oregano tea mixture ( boil oregano in water, let cool) ( you vagina tampon will smell like pizza lol! )

chamomile tea mixture ( same as above, no sugar or course) ( this is more mild)

Can remake and re insert new created ones as necessary.

I like to use the plastic inserting tampons, dip in solution and insert.

Other useful ideas that I have not tried, are coconut oil, and aloe vera. I would also suggest taking oregano oil internally, and cutting back on breads and sugar. Pass the kindness forward, you can make a difference! <3

Vitamin D for Vaginal Itching With Unknown Cause

Relieved (Fresno, Ca) on 12/17/2013
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I have suffered with severe external vaginal itching for the last three+ years. Initially I thought it to be vaginitis, but nothing abnormal was present and all tests came back negative. Luckily I work in a lab and did my own lab tests cause I could not believe nothing was wrong. It was specifically the discharge that was causing the irritation, (itching only on the outside). My OBGYN and NP could provide me with no real cause stating that everything looked clean and healthy down there. They could only give me some suggestions. For the last three years I tried doing my own research and came on this site repeatedly trying to find relief but everything only worked temporarily and then not at all. I tried LB cultures, yogurt, change in diet, ACV, honey, baking soda, hydrogen peroxide, folic acid, , everything minus bleach, , , lol. I came to the conclusion that these things only worked temporarily because they were simply diluting the causing agents in the discharge. It made no sense that all of a sudden this would occur. I love watching Dr. Oz and one night decided to see if he had any info. on the topic just for the heck of it. He had mentioned my condition specifically and suggested Vit. D. It was the first I heard of it as a remedy. Skeptical, I tried it anyway. I am very happy to say that I am now taking Vit. D3 supplements twice a day, on a daily basis and the itch has been 100% gone. It has been over a week that I have found relief, longest ever in 3 years. I will continue this for a few more weeks and see if it is still gone then. Though I know this won't work for everyone, I hope that those with my same situation will also find relief. I have regained my intimacy with my husband and can focus on daily tasks!!!

Apple Cider Vinegar For Vaginal Itching

Jo (Atlanta, Georgia) on 11/17/2013

Greetings, I have read all your postings under vaginal treatments for itching, inflammation and rawness. However none seem to fit my exact issue.

The skin that is raw and inflamed doesn't itch or have pain yet it gives off a foul odor of infectionous smell. When I look at the area which is the crease below my belly and the beginning of my vaginal area where hair is before you get to the uretha where urine comes out is the area that is infected.

maybe someone could address this area. I have considered ACV and Honey. Maybe you can help me I been dealing with this for about a month. Trying not to take pills. Thank you in advance for your assistance and help in this matter.