What causes itchy clitoris with swelling?
Patient: Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ?  Please type your query here..in july2009 a obgyn told me to use cetaphil soap stating that my wash was causing me yeast infections.i got terrible clitoris pain senstivity and swelling.swelling was bad and took a week to go awaythe pain never went away and is constant.its an awful striking pain.been prescribed steriod creams and antiinflammatory but no relief what could this be? Doctor: Hi, Thanks for posting in HCM. I understand your concern. What problems you are facing like itchy clitoris with swelling could be related to superficial skin infection. Maintain good genital hygiene by washing the area everyday twice with warm water and mild antiseptic like Savlon. Kindly apply Neomycin with Hydrocortisone cream after drying. For itching, you need to take Tablet. Levocetrizine once a day. Gradually, your symptoms should subside.Hope the information provided would be helpful.All the best.