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General measures to manage and prevent vulvo-vaginitis

3/25/2019

 
If your little one has been diagnosed with non-specific vulvo-vaginitis (inflammation of the inner lining of the female genital area), adhering to these measures are recommended to treat and prevent an episode of vulvovaginitis in prepubertal girls. 
General hygiene measures :
  • Regular handwashing.
  • No picking of the nose.
  • Wipe front-to-back after bowel movements. If she has trouble remembering : let her sit backwards on the toilet, facing the toilet.
Clothing measures :
  • Pajamas : Nightgowns are better by allowing air to circulate.
  • Avoid tight fitting clothing (tights, leotards, leggings). Skirts and loose-fitting pants are better by allowing air to circulate.
  • Cotton underpants
  • Do not use fabric softeners for underwear and swimsuits.
  • Avoid letting children sit in wet swimsuits for long periods of time after swimming.
  • Double rinse underwear after washing, to avoid residual irritants.
 Specific care of the genital area :
  • Daily warm bathing. Allow her to soak in clean water (no soap) for 10-15 minutes.
  • Do not use bubble bath/ perfumed soap.
  • Wash regions other than the genital area just before taking the child out of the tub – limit use of any soap on genital areas.
  • Rinse well and gently pat dry.
  • Air dry genital area with hair dryer on the cool setting.

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