Vulvovaginitis Flashcards
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What is vulvovaginitis who does it commonly affect? Exacerbating factors?
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Irritation of vulva and vagina, commonly affects girls between ages 3-10/
Irritation caused by sensitive thin skin and can be exacerbated by: Wet nappies, chemicals Tight clothing, poor toilet hygeine Constipation Threadworms Heavily chlorinated pools
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Presentation of vulvovaginitis?
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In young girls before puberty: Soreness, itching, erythema around labia Vaginal discharge Dysuria Constipation
Urine dip shows leukocytes
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Management for vulvovaginitis?
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Avoid washing with soap and chemicals Avoid perfumed or antiseptic products Good toilet hygeine Keeo area dry Emolients Loose cotton clothing