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What Causes Severe Itchiness And Dryness In The Vagina?
Hi, I am experiencing itch and dryness in my vagina. I tried yoghurt, but til the time I am applying that its working fine, but the day I stop it.. I have excessive dryness and after intercourse its quite itchy. Is it normal during pregnancy. I am 5 weeks 6 days pregnant. But i have this problem from last 15 days
Thu, 25 Oct 2018
Hello,
Sometimes dryness happens in pregnancy because of increased progesterone levels and low levels of estrogen.
It is a good idea to use yoghurt because it also works as a probiotic to prevent fungal growth that is very problematic in pregnancy.
You also can use water-based lubricants found OTC.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Olgeta Xhufka , General & Family Physician
Sometimes dryness happens in pregnancy because of increased progesterone levels and low levels of estrogen.
It is a good idea to use yoghurt because it also works as a probiotic to prevent fungal growth that is very problematic in pregnancy.
You also can use water-based lubricants found OTC.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Olgeta Xhufka , General & Family Physician
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