What Causes Chaffing And Redness Of Swollen Vulva Area?

Posted on Sun, 12 Oct 2014

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Question : I have type 2 diabetes and currently taking invokana the medication is working great I'm currently down to a 7 A1C my problem is chaffing swelling and redness around my vulva area. what can I do to elevate this problem?

Answered by Dr. Binu Parameswaran Pillai (17 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Fungal infection a possibility

Detailed Answer:
Good day,
Noted your concern. This appears like fungal infection. You ,ay need to take vaginal swab for cultures. A GP can do that for you. If it is mild and superficial, y topical application of antifungal cream like Candid cream would suffice. If more severe, you may need an antifungal tablet , weekly once for few weeks.
In either case, inspection is required. It is highly recommended to visit a doctor. Besides, keep the good control of diabetes going.
Regards
Binu

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