Most cases are relatively mild and can be treated at home with proper skin care and over-the-counter topical medications.

It also describes when it is time to see a healthcare provider.

The inflammation is sometimes calledvulvitis.

How to Prevent Vulvar Dermatitis: Bottles of irritants (avoid irritants), laundry basket and a shirt above it (remove sweaty/wet clothing immediately), condom (practice safe sex), a person with loose clothing (wear loose-fitting, breathable, or moisture-wicking clothing), soap and bubbles (wash vaginal area once a day with mild soap)

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Both involve an abnormal response of the immune system.

For this reason, people with irritant contact dermatitis may be less responsive toantihistaminesused to treat allergic contact dermatitis.

Even so, some cases are harder to treat and may respond better to prescription medications.

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