Mum has been suffering for months now with itichiness in her vulva region. If she can bypass the pad she will scratch until she bleeds. She has had swabs done, been treated for thrush, used moisturisers (Hydromol), had hormone cream inserted internally and now uses it externally, uses soap substitutes (Hydromol) for washing but nothing seems to help very much.
I know this could well be just an old lady thing rather than PSP, but if anyone has any ideas they would be very welcome.
Thank you.
You might need to talk to a gynaecologist, as she may have an infection thats not covered by the previous test. She could also be having a reaction to something you are using. ... good luck hope you get this problem solved quickly. ...Brenda xxx
It might be jock itch a fungal infection of the skin on the groin, upper inner thighs, or buttocks. It most commonly occurs in hot, humid conditions. Doctors often refer to jock itch as tinea cruris. Jock itch is caused by common fungus organisms that grow best in warm, moist areas. Jock itch can affect women, but most commonly affects men, especially men who perspire heavily.
Both Larry and I have it. I use an over the counter dandruff shampoo daily on it. There are creams to be used as well which might work better for your mom if this is what it is.
How horribly distressing that must be for your poor mum. I guess such a sensitive area, constantly exposed to urine, is going to lose its protective barrier at some point. Just a suggestion but have you thought about using Sudocrem to create a watertight barrier. My daughter has always used it on her little girl and will continue to do so whilst she is in nappies. She has just turned 2 and I can honestly say that the little one has never had so much as a hint of nappy rash problems - it really has been an excellent, preventative cream for her. Maybe worth a try; nothing to lose especially as everything else has so far failed to ease the symptoms. I do hope you can find the answer soon. Hils.
I agree with everything Hils mentioned. Is there also a way to allow her to go without a pad for an hour here and there? Air circulation on its own would probably help a lot. That, or 100% pure cotton and nothing else. Try to keep the area as dry as possible for as long as possible. That’s just my two cents.
I hope she feels better soon.
Xoxo from I SewBears
Yes, good point SewBears. AJK could also try those disposable waterproof backed sheets to put under her mum to give her some incontinence pad free time. Such an awful symptom on top of everything else PSP will be throwing at her. Hils.
Has the doctor checked for parasites? It is surprisingly easy to have a parasite problem (meat that is under cooked for ex.)
I had the same problem for over a year and after treatment for parasites, all better. What a relief!
Yes apart from discussion with gynacologist, she can try anti allergy tablet. She may get some relief. At least I have got some relief after getting tablet after itching in groin area. good luck regards
An elderly lady friend of mine recently entered a nursing home and they started using continence pads. She proved to be allergic to the standard pads and now they order in special non allergenic pads for her. Hence I agree with previous comment that anti allergy tablets would be worth a try. Good luck.
I have read all of the above posts...you are assuming your mum is being changed on a regular basis....how often is she changed ?....are the carers nurses and doctors doing their job ? ...my mum was in a modern well known hospital for almost 7 years...we witnessed and came across some wonderful and appalling treatment ..and people...sorry if I appear cynical but we stumbled upon a culture of utter contempt for the elderly...best of everything to you and your mum...b
Good thought but I don't think it is this, the piles of pads disappear readily enough!
I think you should, if possible, have her seen by a gynecologist. There is nothing itchier than a yeast infection which can happen when one's system becomes more alkaline than acid. Keeping it dry will probably help some if that is the case. There are over the counter remedies for a yeast infection if you can't have a gynecologist see her. Be sure not to use any powder in the genital area because it will hold moisture and make the condition worse. In the old days, they commonly prescribed vinegar douches to help clear it up. There are several other possible causes here, but I think that the most common cause of itching in a woman's genital area is a yeast infection.
It may be due to yeast caused by moisture from pad. I would agree with the advise to check with a gynecologist or if a nurse visits ask her to exam the area and see if fungal or yeast in appearance. This is prevalent even with good hygiene and care-warm moist area is breeding ground for yeast and other fungal problems. Until you can resolve with dr or nurse you might want to try a LIGHT dusting of a product called vagisil powder-it is baking soda base and will help absorb wetness and possibly provide some comfort measure for your Mum.
That kind of itchiness can result from candida overgrowth. I got rid of same thing and candida can also cause itchy scalp. Nothing else worked except diet and supplements which you can find online. Prescribed pills and suppositories from GP's didn't work unfortunately.
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