Delevoped Rash On Vagina Area After Shaving. What Could Be Done?

Posted on Thu, 14 Mar 2013

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Question : I don't usually shave my pubic area but I did and concentrated on the hairs around my anal opening and my vaginal opening. Now on one side there is a rash with bumps what is it? It itches. What can I do to relieve it.

Answered by Dr. Nilofer AR (8 minutes later)

Hello,
Thanks for the query.

Your problem of rash with bump is due to ingrowth of hair.
This is usually seen when you shave for the first time.
You will feel better after 3 days. Till then apply a antihistamine cream to the part.
If itching is severe , you can take an anti-histamine one tablet daily for 3 days.
You will be perfectly fine in another 3 days. So do not worry.
Hope this helps,
regards,
Dr Nilofer

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Nilofer AR (7 minutes later)

The rash has been for about 1 week. This isn't my first time shaving. I usually wax but if I can not find the time I shave. It seems to be relieved if I place XXXXXXX on it. Also I also just finished a 10 day dose of levaquin and I don't know if this could be a side effect?

Answered by Dr. Nilofer AR (4 minutes later)

Hello,
Thanks for the query.

Yes it could be a side effect of levaquin.
You can apply a soothing cream with anti-fungal agent(clean and clear ointment) on it.
It will give relief.
Hope this helps.
Feel free to ask follow up questions. I will be happy to help.

regards,
Dr Nilofer

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar