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What Causes Vaginal Itching In Baby?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here... I have a 9 month old infant granddaughter. She must be experiencing vaginal itching. She constantly moves in a way like she s trying to scratch. Almost like it s a humping motion. Could she be allergic to the diapers? She doesn t have a rash. She does drink milk too.
Sat, 21 Apr 2018
Hello,
The most common cause of vaginal itching apart from diaper rash in this age group would be a worm infestation.
I suggest that you give her oral Albendazole at the dose of 200 mg 1 dose today and another after 10 days.
This should settle the issue. If still she is having similar symptoms, I suggest you to consult her pediatrician regarding this.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Sumanth Amperayani
The most common cause of vaginal itching apart from diaper rash in this age group would be a worm infestation.
I suggest that you give her oral Albendazole at the dose of 200 mg 1 dose today and another after 10 days.
This should settle the issue. If still she is having similar symptoms, I suggest you to consult her pediatrician regarding this.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Sumanth Amperayani
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