Post Date August, 06 2023
Some women will have itching on their labia or vagina, especially in the evening and during menstruation. Patients should seek the real reason so that they can get Symptomatic treatment.
What's wrong with itching in a woman's private area?
1. Trichomonas vaginalis infection or fungal infection
When the acidity of women's vaginal mucosa is reduced, the lactic acid in the body will be reduced, which will lead to vaginal trichomonas infection. The vulva of patients will itch and there will be foam like leucorrhea. Long term use of antibiotics and diabetes by women will cause Vaginal flora imbalance. A large number of Candida albicans invade the vagina and vulva, causing Vaginitis, vulva itching, and accompanied by bean curd like leucorrhea.
2. Parasitic infection
At night, when the anus is in a relaxed state, brain worms will directly swim from the patient's rectum to the vulva for mating, thereby stimulating the skin and mucosa of the vulva and causing local itching. Scabies infection can cause severe skin damage and itching on the outside of the patient's vagina. The pubic lice mainly grow near the pubic hair and have a severe itching sensation, and gray lice can be found near the pubic hair.
3. Skin disease of the external genitalia
Mossy skin damage spreads to the external genitalia, resulting in severe itching. Neurodermatitis and external genital eczema can also exacerbate itching. External genital eczema mainly manifests as localized skin erosion, exudation, and papular blisters. Neurodermatitis is caused by prolonged scratching that thickens the skin. In addition, vulvar leukoplakia can also cause local itching, accompanied by skin atrophy.
What should I do if my private area is particularly itchy?
1. Frequent replacement of underwear
Female friends should frequently change their underwear, try to choose breathable cotton materials, clean the vulva with water every day, and try not to use hot water or soap to wipe, otherwise it will cause some damage to the vagina. During menstruation, they should frequently change Menstrual pad. When itching is unbearable, try not to scratch with your hands. Otherwise, the scope of infection will expand.
2. Eat less spicy food
Try not to eat foods that are easily ignited, such as fried and spicy, and also avoid foods that can cause allergies. Maintain a calm mood, relieve tension and worries in a timely manner, and take appropriate sedative medication under the guidance of a doctor. Do not misuse drugs and detergents, and do not have sex during illness.
