Can external genital eczema heal on its own? What to do if I get eczema of the external genitalia

Vulvar eczema is a skin disease of the female genital area that seriously affects women's daily life after illness. There are also many reasons for genital eczema, and it must be treated reasonably based on one's own condition after illness.

Can external genital eczema self heal

Eczema has a certain probability of self healing, which is only mild eczema. Not all eczema can self heal. Even mild eczema cannot be self cured if the patient cannot receive prevention and care. That is to say, if the patient has eczema, they will receive treatment in the hospital. Don't wait for the pitiful self healing with a low chance.

What to do if I get eczema of the external genitalia

The external genitalia is a special area of women, where the skin is thin and wrinkled. There is also pubic hair on the labia minora, and there is a lot of vaginal secretions in women. Therefore, the humidity and temperature of the external genitalia skin are relatively high. Due to the warmth and dampness of the skin, in addition to promoting the growth and reproduction of bacteria, it can also cause itching. Under continuous humid conditions, the skin becomes more sensitive to various stimuli. At the same time, the external genitalia is close to the vagina, anus, and urethral opening, and is prone to bacterial contamination. Therefore, bacteria, fungi, and their metabolites are one of the common causes of external genital eczema.

After the onset of dermatitis and eczema, itching is unbearable, excessive scratching or accidental use of hot water can be dangerous, and in severe cases, it can exacerbate the condition or form chronic symptoms. Some people say that applying medication externally can worsen the condition if applied improperly.

If eczema recurs multiple times, patients can try the following methods. Local treatment with appropriate medication, such as the commonly used compound Kangna cream, is suitable for treating external genital eczema. In addition, keep the skin of the vulva dry and clean. If there are many exudate, it must be cleaned immediately.

Drug treatment of external genital eczema

1. Antihistamine and other drugs: diphenhydramine 25mg, three times a day, oral. Chlorphenamine (chlorpheniramine) 8mg, 3 times a day, oral. For severe itching, 10ml of 5% calcium bromide can be injected intravenously. Alternatively, 10ml of 10% calcium gluconate can be injected intravenously, once a day.

2. Vitamins: A large amount of vitamin C can be given intravenously or orally, while B vitamins can be taken orally in combination with treatment.

3. Hormones: Can be used for acute severe eczema. It can be treated with prednisone, dexamethasone, etc., which has a certain effect on eliminating inflammation, relieving itching, and reducing exudate. There are many adverse reactions, and attention should be paid to controlling the use. Not suitable for elderly chronic eczema, immediate recurrence after discontinuation of medication, causing other adverse reactions.