Seeing dead skin when you wipe, or having other vaginal symptoms like itchiness, can be distressing.
However, these symptoms can usually be explained by a common underlying cause, such as ayeast infectionor eczema.
Most vaginal skin infections can be resolved with medications.
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Although, some causes likeherpesare chronic and will come and go in flares.
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What Causes Vaginal Skin Peeling?
Multiple conditions may lead tovulvitis(inflammation of the vulva) orvaginitis(inflammation of the vagina).
Eczema
Eczemaalso called atopic dermatitisis an inflammatory skin condition.
It usually first appears in childhood, and symptoms can come and go.
Activities that change the pH balance in and around the vagina increase the risk of developing bacterial vaginosis.
Once you get herpes, the virus remains in your body, and symptoms will come and go.
Its more likely to spread during a flare-up when active symptoms are present.
Your healthcare provider may be able to diagnose your skin condition just by examining the affected area.
They may recommend blood testing or taking a sample of the area for testing to confirm the diagnosis.
Some conditions require prescription medications to treat.
Depending on the underlying cause, treatment may involve an antifungal or antibiotic medication.
you could help prevent skin peeling by wearing breathable clothing and avoiding irritating products.
If your symptoms continue and youre unsure of the cause, contact your healthcare provider.
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