Dear Jacqui:
I have a very sensitive matter that I would really like to find a solution. I had a partial hysterectomy 6 years ago and I still have my ovaries. I have not been sexually active for over 11 years. I have also come to experience severe femoral itching internally and externally quite consistently over the past several months.

I have used Vagisil and Canestan or Monistat as well as oral anti fungal medication prescribed by my doctor. My problem, however, persists. I was wondering if this could be hormonal? I am 35 years old and would like to start a new relationship however this is a big problem to me. Any suggestions.
Donna

Dear Donna:
There are a number of possibilities why you experience this "itching" problem.Yes, it could be hormonally based. Did your doctor check your hormone levels? If not, you should have this test done. Low hormone levels can produce the symptom you are complaining about but...there could be other health conditions you should have checked.

Did your doctor do a microscopic analysis and identify that you had a yeast infection? The yeast fungus can produce vaginal itching but so can several microbial infections or even conditions like diabetes in which case the yeast medications you mentioned will not help you. Yet another possibility is that you have an allergic reaction to some product you use. As a matter of safety, please do not use soaps or scented products in the vaginal area. Refrain from sitting in bubble baths. Lots of bubbles mean lots of detergent which is irritating to the skin as are fragrance additives. The tissue in the vaginal area is sensitive and the vaginal pH is easily destroyed. That's when vaginal irritations and infections happen.

I suggest the following: Get a thorough check up with a gynecologist, maybe visit a different doctor from the one you saw. He may recommend a hormone cream or supplement. Many women experience pre-menopausal symptoms in their mid or late thirties.

Cleanse your body with a pH balanced, fragrance and dye free product such as the Very Private Body Wash. Try using a few drops of Very Private Intimate Moisture on the irritated area. We shall send you a free sample if you send us your address. Stay away from very spicy foods for a while. The rule is, when you have three vaginal infections or irritations within a six months time frame, you should have a thorough examination to identify the cause of the recurring problem. I am sure it can be resolved and you can go forward in your new relationship. Good luck!
Jacqui

Menopause & Menstruation

I experience severe femoral
itching internally
and externally for several months.

Dear Jacqui:
I have a very sensitive matter that I would really like to find a solution. I had a partial hysterectomy 6 years ago and I still have my ovaries. I have not been sexually active for over 11 years. I have also come to experience severe femoral itching internally and externally quite consistently over the past several months.

I have used Vagisil and Canestan or Monistat as well as oral anti fungal medication prescribed by my doctor. My problem, however, persists. I was wondering if this could be hormonal? I am 35 years old and would like to start a new relationship however this is a big problem to me. Any suggestions.
Donna

Dear Donna:
There are a number of possibilities why you experience this "itching" problem.Yes, it could be hormonally based. Did your doctor check your hormone levels? If not, you should have this test done. Low hormone levels can produce the symptom you are complaining about but...there could be other health conditions you should have checked.

Did your doctor do a microscopic analysis and identify that you had a yeast infection? The yeast fungus can produce vaginal itching but so can several microbial infections or even conditions like diabetes in which case the yeast medications you mentioned will not help you. Yet another possibility is that you have an allergic reaction to some product you use. As a matter of safety, please do not use soaps or scented products in the vaginal area. Refrain from sitting in bubble baths. Lots of bubbles mean lots of detergent which is irritating to the skin as are fragrance additives. The tissue in the vaginal area is sensitive and the vaginal pH is easily destroyed. That's when vaginal irritations and infections happen.

I suggest the following: Get a thorough check up with a gynecologist, maybe visit a different doctor from the one you saw. He may recommend a hormone cream or supplement. Many women experience pre-menopausal symptoms in their mid or late thirties.

Cleanse your body with a pH balanced, fragrance and dye free product such as the Very Private Body Wash. Try using a few drops of Very Private Intimate Moisture on the irritated area. We shall send you a free sample if you send us your address. Stay away from very spicy foods for a while. The rule is, when you have three vaginal infections or irritations within a six months time frame, you should have a thorough examination to identify the cause of the recurring problem. I am sure it can be resolved and you can go forward in your new relationship. Good luck!
Jacqui

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