What to do if vulvar ulcer occurs?

The care and cleaning of the genitals have received more and more attention recently, but due to some conceptual errors, genital problems often bother female friends. There are countless people who seek help from obstetrics and gynecology clinics because of problems such as vulvar and vaginal itching, increased secretions, redness and swelling, etc. The structure of the genitals is very complex and sensitive. No other organ in the body will have obvious changes every month like the genitals and vagina. The stratum corneum of the genitals is relatively thin, but fortunately it is protected by hair. In addition to the general sweat glands, there are many special sebaceous glands under the hair of the genitals to maintain the acidity and lubrication of the skin of the genitals. These glands also secrete sweat, but unlike ordinary sweat glands, they are a bit like mammary glands, accumulating secretions in the glands first, and then secreting them out, and they will change with the menstrual cycle. The secretion will be more vigorous before the menstruation, so if blockage occurs during this time, it is more likely to cause infection or acne. If the condition is serious, it may even cause abscesses. The genitals and vagina are a fairly acidic environment, with a pH of about 4. There are many lactobacilli in the vagina that maintain the health of the vaginal environment. Other bacteria and fungi are very few in number under normal circumstances. If there is external interference, it may cause bacterial proliferation and infection. Therefore, it is very important to maintain the normal growth of these beneficial bacteria in daily genital care or cleaning habits.

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1. What should I do if I have vulvar ulcer?

Vulvar ulcers can be seen in various parts of the vulva, most commonly on the inner side of the labia minora and labia majora, followed by the vestibule mucosa and around the vaginal opening. Refers to inflammation of the skin or mucous membranes of the vulva. It is divided into acute and chronic types. Because the vulva is close to the urethra and anus, and is rubbed by the legs during movement, inflammation of these parts can affect the vulva. Recommendation: Oral administration of vitamin B complex and vitamin C and systemic application of antibiotics have a certain therapeutic effect on the disease; for gangrenous type, systemic application of glucocorticoids and antibiotics can be used.

2. How to maintain the vulva?

1. Understand the structure of your genitals, the relative positions of the labia minora, urethra, and vagina. You can also use a mirror to examine them. Knowing more about the physiological structure will help you discover problems earlier.

2. Change sanitary napkins frequently during menstruation, and try not to wear tight, non-breathable clothing before and after menstruation, such as leather jackets, leather pants, jeans, tights, etc. It is best to wear pure cotton products. New underwear must be washed before wearing.

3. When you are in good health, you should not wash your vulva more than twice a day. Washing refers to washing the vulva, not the vagina. You can rinse the vulva with warm water and then dry it with a clean towel. Under normal circumstances, the vagina does not need to be cleaned at all. There are many beneficial bacteria in the vagina, and the vagina itself will maintain cleanliness. Therefore, there will usually be some uneven, pale white secretions in small amounts, which are produced by normal vaginal self-cleaning. Frequent vaginal douching in the absence of infection may increase the chance of bacterial and fungal infection.

4. After using the toilet, remember to wipe from front to back to avoid bringing bacteria from the anus to the genitals.

5. Because hair has a protective function, it is best not to shave pubic hair to avoid irritation and infection.

6. When there is a lot of secretions, you can use a hair dryer with warm air to dry your vulva after taking a shower. If possible, put on your underwear after your vulva is relatively dry after taking a shower. Nowadays, there are many people who only wear skirts without underwear at home, or do not wear underwear when sleeping. From a medical point of view, this is actually better for the genitals.

7. If your clothes are wet, change into dry clothes as soon as possible, for example after swimming.

8. Pay more attention to the selection of sanitary products. Avoid using sanitary pads, tampons, or toilet paper containing fragrances, pigments, or deodorizing ingredients. Also be careful when using soap or shower gel when taking a bath. Try to choose neutral or slightly acidic lotions. Some shower gels may also cause allergies and discomfort.

9. You can take a warm water sit bath for five minutes after taking a shower every day.

10. Underwear should be washed separately from other clothes and washed with mild detergent. Some detergents or softeners may cause allergic reactions. If you feel something is wrong, it is best not to use them. Be sure to rinse them thoroughly when washing. After washing, you can use a tumble dryer or dry them completely in the sun.

11. You can eat more yogurt and cranberry juice in your daily life, which can help with vaginal and urethral infections.

3. Notes

If you find that the secretion has a strong smell, a fishy smell, or a yellow-green color, and that the vulva is red, swollen, hot, painful, itchy, and other uncomfortable symptoms, it is best to seek medical attention as soon as possible to avoid worsening of the symptoms and requiring longer treatment. Not every vaginal infection is similar. If you just treat it at home with homemade methods or buy medicine from a pharmacy and use it yourself, it may become more and more serious.