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Contact Dermatitis (Irritant or Allergic Vulvitis)

 

How is contact dermatitis treated?

 

There are various strategies that can be used to prevent irritation and allow the vulva to heal. Keeping this area dry can accelerate healing. The most important step in treating contact dermatitis is avoiding contact with potential irritants. Chemicals found in toilet tissues, laundry soaps and detergents that come in contact with the vulva can cause irritation. Fabric softeners in undergarments, chemicals in deodorant soaps, bubble baths, feminine hygiene spray and panty liners etc., can all cause irritation to the vulva.