Female intimate skin rash

There are several causes of intimate rashes that are more common in women. This is related to various factors. Women have a sometimes very sensitive vaginal flora, so fungal and bacterial infections are much more common in them than in men.

Fungal infestation: Typical are then rashes in the intimate area, which manifest themselves by itching, redness and a sometimes foul-smelling vaginal discharge. Vaginal suppositories and creams with active ingredients that combat the fungus are used in therapy.
Parasitic infestation: Skin rashes caused by a parasitic infestation with itch mites or crabs (see above section Causes) are also common.
Sexually transmitted diseases: However, sexually transmitted diseases such as gonorrhea are much more often asymptomatic than in men.
Inflammation of the female genital tract: There are some specific inflammations of the female genital tract that can lead to rashes in the genital area. These include genital herpes, bacterial infections or even mechanical irritation, for example through friction in very obese women or through tight-fitting clothing. Women of advanced age, for example after menopause, can have so-called vulvadystrophies, which are also associated with typical skin changes. These include very thin, parchment-like skin in the genital area, which easily tears, itches and burns.

Intimate skin rash in children

Even small children can be affected by a rash in the genital area. A frequent cause, especially in small children, is diaper dermatitis. Typical are redness, scaling and weeping areas in the diaper area and adjacent skin areas.

Frequent diaper changes and zinc ointment can alleviate the symptoms. In the case of a secondary fungal infection of the skin area, active ingredients are used to combat the fungus (antimycotics). Allergies are another cause of rashes in the intimate area of children.

Possible allergens include textiles, detergent ingredients, medicines, creams or perfumed body care products. In babies, typical allergens are components of the body care products and creams mothers use. Especially if a rash occurs after a new product has been used, the product should be omitted on a trial basis.