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A member asked:
Is hydrocortisone cream for internal use of the vagina?
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no: The mucosal cells do not benefit from steroid cream. It causes thinning of your protective layer. If you are itching see your doctor for a diagnosis and treatment appropriate to your problem.
Answered 9/29/2016
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I have bad itching around my vulva, exterior vagina, and onto my inner thighs. I am noticing some swelling and what may be a pink/red rash. I have tried using cortisone cream for a few days, but the itching has persisted. What treatment should I try?
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Can I use hydro cortisone cream in the opening of my vagina for redness and irritation?
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