Red and itchy vulva in children may be caused by diaper rash, allergy or vulvitis in children. You can give anti-inflammatory or anti-allergy ointment and other treatments according to the situation.
1. Diaper rash: if the diaper or diaper is not breathable or of poor quality, and not replaced in time, the local vulvar tissues will be stimulated by urine, and the symptoms of red rash and local itching will appear.
At this time to pay attention to keep the vulva clean and dry. You can apply appropriate amount of zinc oxide cream to help local care.
2. Vulvovaginitis in children: Because of the special anatomical structure of the reproductive system, girls are prone to vulvovaginitis if they do not pay attention to maintaining perineal hygiene, and the clinical symptoms are localized redness, swelling and itching.
If there is bacterial infection, you can use erythromycin ointment to rub the surface and potassium permanganate solution to clean the vulva to fight infection under the guidance of the doctor.
3. Allergy: children with allergies are prone to itchy skin and red rashes after contact with allergens. At this time can be appropriate with anti-allergy drugs to help treat the symptoms, such as compound dexamethasone acetate ointment or glycerine lotion and other treatments.
If a child develops vulvar redness with itching, parents should take the child to the hospital as soon as possible for early treatment. All of the above medications should be used under the guidance of a doctor.