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itch at urethra opening

by lisa808, Jul 06, 2008 08:12PM
Hi,
I am a woman and for the past several weeks, the opening of my urethra has been itching and I do not know why (nor can my gynecologist figure it out).  She did a urethral culture which came back negative.  Any ideas what this could be and how to cure it?  Please help - thank you!
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by Dr Smitha Mathews, Jul 06, 2008 10:57PM
To: lisa808
Hi,

It is possible that a mild urinary tract infection would cause itching.
Any fungal infection, such as candidiasis, can also do the same.

You can start general measures to control the itching.

Keep fluid intake over 2000 ml per day.
Drink as much of citrus and cranberry juices as possible.
Take cetrizine or claritin to combat the itching.
Avoid the use of any cosmetic or deodorizing chemicals at or near the affected area.

Use canesten locally.

Do keep us posted on your progress and doubts.
Regards

by lisa808, Jul 08, 2008 09:01PM
Thank you so much for your advice.  I will try that and let you know what happens.  Thank you.
-lisa
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