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For a year, i've had intense vaginal itching on labia majora that last 2 weeks before period and goes away when i start, any idea what this could be?

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Dr. Chandra Higginbotham answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Hormonal etiology: The reason could be varied. Could be due to progesterone surge prior to cycle but also infectious. Need to see your ob/gyn to assure to subclinical candidiasis.

Answered 1/29/2015

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A member asked:

For a year, i've had intense vaginal itching on labia majora that last 2 weeks before period and goes away when i start, any idea what this could be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Chandra Higginbotham answered

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