Itching and burning

[Robinsherb16]

I find this so embarrassing to even ask but for few months I've noticed I've been really red and itchy down there. Every time I shave it feels like I cut myself and burns the same way for few hours but I don't have cuts. I'm always very itchy and I can't control so I do itch a lot. Then when I go to the bathroom I notice that itchy part burns a lot. This irritation has been for months now and it's almost everyday. I havent been active about a year and half so I don't see why I have this problem. Also, I used to get brazilians back then and started shaving after.

[Robinsherb16]

Thank you for your response. In another post, someone recommended I apply yogurt to the area. I have been doing so and it has been very helpful. I also have made an appointment to see the doctor.

I will be trying your remedies. Thank you so much

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
It can be due to cahfing skin or dry skin after shaving. For the same, apply warm compresses after shaving and keep the area clean. Other treatment options include shaving in a different direction, tweezing, exfoliating with facial scrubs, sponges, towels or creams containing acid and ibuprofen or other NSAIDs. You can also apply calamine lotion as it will soothe the skin. Topical application of dilute glycolic acid and salicylic prepared solutions are also helpful.

It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.