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Best Ovestin type cream for very sensitive skin

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eddiecat78 Fri 08-Nov-24 09:11:46

I have vulvodynia (vulval soreness) which is probably being made worse by post menopausal skin. I tried Ovestin a while ago but even at a very low dose it stung so badly I had to stop using it. This has put me off trying anything else but I am getting desperate! Does anyone know which cream is least likely to irritate?

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Witzend Fri 08-Nov-24 09:18:04

I’d be inclined to try Sudocrem, which isn't just for babies/nappy rash. I have found it very soothing for various conditions.

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escaped Fri 08-Nov-24 09:22:43

I was having problems in France this summer and a pharmacist recommended the Uriage range. It worked for me, and I stocked up with loads more last month when I went back. Only to find I can actually get it here in the UK on Amazon!
It's amazing how good the French are at advising on intimate products. Because they actually TALK about issues!

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Farmor15 Fri 08-Nov-24 09:23:53

Another recommendation for Sudocrem! Works for me when I get itching/soreness in vulval area.

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eddiecat78 Fri 08-Nov-24 09:50:22

Sorry but Sudocrem is a definite no for me! Burns b

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PinkCosmos Fri 08-Nov-24 09:59:39

I also use Sudocrem. It's a bit thick in consistency but it works

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eddiecat78 Fri 08-Nov-24 10:10:51

The only thing I have found that doesn't burn is Cetraben but that is just a moisturizer and I suspect I need something with a bit of oestrogen

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