What Causes Burning Sensation In Vagina After Hair Removal?

Posted on Sat, 14 Nov 2015

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Question : I used XXXXXXX a couple days ago on my vagina, it really burned. When i washed it off i was rubbing hard. My vulva was sore bc the XXXXXXX burned it, but right where the thin tissue is that seperates the anus and vagina, there are 2 sores there & 1 bump coming on vagina lip on the right side. Also having discharge that is yellowish. I also had sex the night i used the XXXXXXX Please help me

Answered by Dr. T Shobha Deepak (1 hour later)

Brief Answer: XXXXXXX is not recommended for genital skin

Detailed Answer:
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Dear Ms

Chemical depilation or hair removal cream is not routinely recommended to be used in genital skin as the skin is sensitive. going by description of symptoms, its possibly due to contact dermatitis . Exact diagnosis will depend on clinical examination. Kindly send me clinical photograph for further assessment and evaluation. you can either mail to YYYY@YYYY with subject line being " Attention Dr Shobha Deepak" or upload it in upload reports available on website,
In the meantime local application of steroid cream will be helpful.

Awaiting your response

take Care

Best regards
Dr Shobha Deepak

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

Follow up: Dr. T Shobha Deepak (54 minutes later)

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Answered by Dr. T Shobha Deepak (7 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Local steroid ointment will be helpful

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Dear Ms

Thanks for providing the clinical photograph. There is mild chemical burn between the area of vagina and anus. Local application of steroid like Hydrocortisone or Betamethasone will provide the much needed relief. Also would suggest you to wear cotton panties, preferably go without panties at night.

Do keep me updated

Wishing you and your family a very happy and healthy life

Take Care

Regards
Shobha

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

Follow up: Dr. T Shobha Deepak (11 hours later)

will this have caused the dicharge

Answered by Dr. T Shobha Deepak (12 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Cream can cause vaginal discharge

Detailed Answer:
Dear Ms

As the chemical can damage the intact skin, so the sensitive vaginal mucosa can be damaged with the cream leading to discharge. If the discharge is not foul smelling then there is no cause of concern.
It is advisable to avoid sexual intercourse for atleast a week .
Do Keep me updated.

Best Regards
Shobha

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