I'm having some issues with itching and the skin around my vagina has been getting darker. It's been going on for about three weeks now. I'm really looking for some advice on what might be causing this dryness and darkening, and what I can do to treat it. Any help would be appreciated.

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

General Practitioner

MBBS
6+ Yrs

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That could be fungal infcetion,visit dermatologist for appropriate treatmen,personal hygiene is more important for a better result.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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