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Pruritus vulvae - Management
Basis for recommendation
These recommendations are based on published expert opinion [BASHH, 2007; ACOG, 2008; Burrows et al, 2008; RCOG, 2010].
Self examination
- The recommendation regarding self examination is based on published expert opinion from the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists [RCOG, 2010]. Although there is no trial evidence to support the use of self examination, many patient support groups and specialist societies recommend self examination to detect any suspicious areas.
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