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Sudden itching down under!

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mee16031
mee16031

I have had no periods for a year so I guess it's officially menopause now. Last evening suddenly I had severe burning and itching in and around my vagina. I have never in my life had any issues with any kind of infection or urinary infection or any problems whatever in the region. I think I need to see my doctor. I've been on HRT for a year now, estrogen, progesterone, testosterone combo. Has anyone faced a similar problem?

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  • CarolKelso
    CarolKelso mee16031

    Posted

    Hi mee....this is very common on this forum including myself. ..due to lowering hormone levels, we can be prone to more infection...have it checked out if worrying or use an over the counter vaginal cream for relief.....hope it clears up soon. CK
  • kelly55079
    kelly55079 mee16031

    Posted

    I started this yesterday as well--  I'm the same, no issues before..  I bought some cream for now and if it doesn't clear up then I'll have to try something else.

  • Finny2018
    Finny2018 mee16031

    Posted

    This has been a new symptom for me this past year. I am trying to keep track of it. It seems like it happens the 4-5 days before I am scheduled to get my period (If I have one). In fact - it was really bad last night; Im due for a period any day now. It's not all day - it lasts for about 10-15 minutes for me. I've tried those feminine itching wipes in the past...mine is on the outside/upper labia/clitoris area. This might be different than yours? I get really itchy all over my body in different places this same time each month. 

    • DearDoe
      DearDoe Finny2018

      Posted

      i have found that 100% aloe vera gel helps with that.
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