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=== Vaginal irritation === [[File:Herpes(PHIL 1573 lores).jpg|thumb|right|180px|[[Herpes simplex]] lesion of lower lip, second day after onset]] One of the most common areas of the body associated with irritation is the [[vagina]]. Many women complain of an itch, dryness, or discharge in the [[perineum]] at some point in their lives. There are several causes of vaginal irritation including fungal [[vaginitis]] (like candida) or [[trichomoniasis]]. Often, [[herpes simplex]] infection of the mouth or genitalia can be recurrent and prove to be extremely irritating. Sometimes, the irritation can be of the chronic type and it can be so intense that it also causes painful intercourse. Aside from infections, chronic irritation of the vagina may be related to the use of contraceptives and condoms made from latex. The majority of contraceptives are made of synthetic chemicals which can induce allergies, rash and itching. Sometimes the lubricant used for intercourse may cause irritation. Another cause of irritation in women is post menopausal vaginitis. The decline in the female sex hormones leads to development of dryness and itching in the vagina. This is often accompanied by painful [[sexual intercourse]]. Cracks and tears often develop on outer aspects of the labia which becomes red from chronic scratching. Post menopausal vaginitis can be treated with short term use of vaginal [[estrogen]] [[pessary]] and use of a [[moisturizer]].
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