Question 1

doctor does this bacteria cause itching on the vagina because there is this itching on my vagina its not going away even after taking antibiotics?

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Vulvovaginitis: ? Fungus rather, not bacteria, causing the symptoms, which will likely increase if you take antibiotics, kindly see your doctor/gynecologist, wish you wellness

Question 2

can low iron cause itching skin, can not find any environmental causes. was on a period for almost 4 months, itches started after that stopped.

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Yes: Low iron has been reported to be a cause of itchy skin and even hair loss.  If you have had a period for 4 months, it is a highly likely problem.  Hope you have been followed by your GYN doctor re. the period as well since it is by no means normal.  At the minimum, get a CBC to check for anemia. .

Question 3

can spring valley prenatal pills cause itching?

Accepted Answer

Niacin?: If you've taken in a lot of Niacin and are sensitive to it, it can make you itch like crazy. I don't know of anything else from reading the ingredients of this particular preparation. Maybe somebody else on healthtap has an idea.

Question 4

help please! could bras with metal underwire cause itching?

Accepted Answer

Contact dermatitis: I assume your question is if the skin rashes and associated itchiness are caused by metal in your bras. To answer the question, we would first need to take a look at your skin. If it looks like dermatitis only at the contact area with your bras, we would need to check to see if it is due to metal allergy. To do all of that, you need to come see a local allergist.

Question 5

edema can cause itching?

Accepted Answer

If long standing: rather the venous congestion can lead to stasis dermatitis, which in turn can cause itching, but transient edema rarely does

Question 6

can diabetes cause itching?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Diabetes causes peripheral neuropathy which can manifest as itching.

Question 7

can caffeine cause itching?

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Yes: I have heard of this happening to others.

Question 8

does anxiety cause itching?

Accepted Answer

: Yes it can

Question 9

high bilirubin cause itching?

Accepted Answer

Yes: High bilirubin due to obstruction of biliary tract, i.E, high direct acting bilirubin does cause itching. The itching may be due to bile acids but that is semantics.

Question 10

does ovulation cause itching?

Accepted Answer

No: Ovulation is something that happens internally in the ovaries and as such will not cause itching outside in the genital area.

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Doctor does this bacteria cause itching on the vagina because there is this itching on my vagina its not going away even after taking antibiotics?

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Can low iron cause itching skin, can not find any environmental causes. was on a period for almost 4 months, itches started after that stopped.

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Can spring valley prenatal pills cause itching?

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Help please! could bras with metal underwire cause itching?

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Edema can cause itching?

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