Essentials of gynæcology : arranged in the form of questions and answers ; prepared especially for students of medicine / by Edwin B. Cragin.

  • Cragin, Edwin B. (Edwin Bradford), 1859-1918.
Date:
1893, ©1890
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    What is the treatment ? In the acute form, observe strict cleanliness ; if the burning is very severe, use lead and opium wash ; later, or at first, if burning and itching are not intense, an ointment like the following is very good:— R. Acidi salicylici, gr. xv, Zinci oxidi, gijj ss, Pulv. amyli, % ij ss, Petrolati, %]. M. Sig.—Apply locally. In the chronic form, use the same treatment during the exacerba- tions as for the acute ; later, an ointment containing oil of cade will be found of value. What are the'most common parasites found on the vulva ? The pediculus pubis, or crab louse, is the parasite most often found infecting the vulva. The acarus scabiei, or itch mite, is occasionally, but rarely, found on the vulva as part of a general infection. Give the etiology, symptoms and treatment of infection with pediculi pubis. Etiology.—The pediculus pubis is almost always conveyed directly from person to person, usually in sexual intercourse. Symptoms.—There is burning and itching; often an eruption resembling eczema. The diagnosis is made by finding the pediculus closely adherent to the roots of the hair. Treatment.—Any one of the following :— Oleate of mercury, 10 per cent.; Corrosive sublimate, 1-1000; Tincture of delphinium ; Carbolic 5 per cent, solution. It is often best to shave the pubes before applying the lotion or ointment. Give the etiology, symptoms and treatment of scabies of the vulva. Etiology.—The acarus scabiei is rarely found on the vulva, but this occasionally occurs as part of a general infection.