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I was having irritation so i put vagicaine on&it started burning really bad.so i took a damp cloth &cleaned it off and had instant relief. why is this?

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Stop self treating: See a PCP or GYN- you have a vaginal infection and inflammation- stop all OTC meds and damp cloths.- get to your doctor ASAP

Answered 3/13/2020

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A member asked:

I was having irritation so i put vagicaine on&it started burning really bad.so i took a damp cloth &cleaned it off and had instant relief. why is this?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

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