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Keeping vaginal area dry after herpes discharge

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Hello doctor, I am a 22 year old female. Unfortunately I was affected with genital herpes recently. Now I am experiencing vaginal discharges now and it is paining too. Moreover, it is difficult for me to wipe the area and to clean it. Already I have tried some medications including local anesthetic and cornstarch. Cornstarch becomes a thick paste like substance as soon as it is applied. Moreover, it increases the itching feeling. Now I am really frustrated with this as it is becoming more painful and irritable as time passes by. Please help me to get rid of this situation. Thanks for your time.

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It is really unfortunate to know that you are worst affected with genital herpes. It is a sexually transmitted disease and is caused by Herpes Simplex Virus which affects the mucous membranes of the body, especially genitalia and skin. Its symptoms includes fever, body pain, colored and smelly vaginal discharges, colorless vaginal discharges, painful red blisters on vaginal region, labia, cervix and anal regions. Sometimes it is even seen in buttocks and thighs too. Blisters once formed will mature in a matter of 2-3 days and break to leak and cause painful ulcers. These ulcers are similar to other bodily wounds and will start healing in a week or two. Medically there is not treatment available which offers complete cure for herpes. But there are certain antiviral medications which can help in relieving pain and ease the process of wound healing.

It is advised not to wear synthetic clothes while you have herpes ulcers. Nylon inner wears must be avoided at any cost. Loose cotton clothing is the best recommended clothing while you have herpes outbreak. Wounds can be cleaned with mild soap and water. Moreover, tropical anesthetics and cornstarch must not be used to treat the condition as it may adversely affect the conditions. Try to keep genital area dry after bathing. All sorts of sexual activities must be stopped for the time being. It is advised to abstain from sex till you have got all the ulcers gone. To prevent further infections, you can ask for antibiotics from your doctor. Hope my answer helps. Take care.


Dr. Steve Merris
Category: Internal Medicine Specialist
Experience: 
Medical School - New York University
Internship in Internal Medicine - Beth Israel Medical Center
Residency in Internal Medicine - Beth Israel Medical Center
Fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine - Columbia University Medical Center
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