Overview

This module will take approximately 30 minutes to complete and includes the following elements. 

• Background
  • Definition, risk factors, prevalence, complications, prognosis
• Assessment
  • How to assess a woman with pruritus vulvae
• Management
  • How to manage a woman with pruritus vulvae
• An optional quiz to assess your learning from the course
• An audit suggestion
• A list of useful links and resources for further reading

Goals

During this course you will learn to:

• Identify or exclude possible underlying causes of pruritus vulvae.
• Manage the underlying cause of pruritus vulvae, once identified.
• Relieve the discomfort of pruritus vulvae and avoid complications.
• Refer to a specialist where appropriate.
• Provide self-care advice for women with pruritus vulvae.

Topics covered