If you are experiencing dry itchy vaginal lips, or dry scabbing skin on the outside of your vagina, this could be from using irritating chemicals for hygiene or hair removal. A dry rash on the outside of the vagina can also be a sign of a skin infection or STD.
Then, can a yeast infection cause peeling skin?
Other symptoms include peeling skin, especially between the fingers, and swollen nail folds above the cuticle. Vaginal yeast infections may cause the following symptoms: Vaginal itching and/or soreness.
Moreover, how do I get rid of extra skin on my labia?
Some people may choose to have surgery to reduce the size of their labia. This involves a procedure called a labioplasty. A labioplasty is typically done for cosmetic reasons and involves removing excess skin and reshaping the labia to be more symmetrical. The surgery usually requires general anesthesia.
Why is my outer labia dry and peeling?
‘Skin flaking externally is commonly due to dry skin or chafing which can be caused by ill-fitting underwear or certain fabrics that keep skin moist,’ says Welsh. ‘Keeping the skin dry, using a moisturiser on the vulva – the lips outside the vagina, not inside, can sometimes help. ‘
How do you moisturize your outer labia?
Small amounts of extra virgin olive oil, vegetable oil, coconut oil, or solid shortening may be applied to your vulva and vagina as often as needed to protect and moisturize the skin. It also helps to decrease skin irritation during your period, and when you urinate. DO NOT DOUCHE.
What STD causes skin peeling?
Syphilis. In the early stages of syphilis, which is an STI, a tiny sore called a chancre may appear at the spot where infection entered the body. If it entered through the skin of the penis, the chancre will appear on the penis. Chancres are painless, but they can cause the appearance of peeling skin.
