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Can douching too much cause itching and vaginal discharge?

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Dr. Jerome Litt answered

Specializes in Dermatology

DOUCHING ITCHING: Too much douching can ceratinly cause itching and, possibly, a vaginal discharge. Try doing it less frequently. Best luck.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 1/14/2019

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