What causes itching around genitals?

Vulvar itching is a common symptom among gynecological patients and it also troubles many female friends. At night, it becomes more serious and they can't help scratching, which may lead to infection. Vulvar itching is mostly caused by various reasons. But it cannot be underestimated, otherwise it may aggravate the condition. So, what is the cause of itching around the genitals? Now let me introduce the specific situation to you.

Bacterial vaginitis and trichomonas vaginitis are the most common causes of vulvar itching. Lice and scabies can also cause itching. Itching around the anus and vulva of young girls caused by pinworms usually only occurs at night. Chronic vulvar malnutrition is characterized by severe itching, accompanied by whitening of the vulvar skin. Local allergies to condoms, tampons, sanitary napkins or other drugs, and chemical allergies. Bad hygiene habits, not paying attention to the local cleaning of the vulva, sebum, sweat, menstruation, vaginal secretions, and even urine and feces soaking, long-term stimulation of the vulva can cause itching.

Vulvar itching often occurs in the clitoris and labia minora area. Severe cases may involve the labia majora, the entire vaginal opening, perineum, anus, and even the inner thighs. It can happen to women of any age. For patients with mild vulvar pruritus, the itching is intermittent, and some only occur at night after undressing and going to bed; for patients with severe vulvar pruritus, the itching is mostly continuous. Due to the unbearable itching, patients have to scratch and rub the itchy area vigorously, or scald the vulva with hot water, which makes the patients haggard and irritable; at the same time, the skin of the affected area is damaged by repeated stimulation and scratching, which can cause secondary pathological changes, such as dry and itchy vulva, white skin, narrowing of the external opening of the vagina making sexual intercourse difficult, etc., and finally form white lesions of the vulva. Special attention should be paid especially during pregnancy. Common bacterial infections of vaginitis, such as fungus and Trichomonas infection, can cause severe itching of the vulva. You need to go to the hospital as soon as possible to find out the cause.

One is caused by sweating in hot weather and tight underwear with poor ventilation; the second is the use of sanitary pads; the third is vulvar eczema. You can use Cleanser to wash it. Systematic treatment is needed to cure the disease. It is recommended that patients take metronidazole and use metronidazole vaginal effervescent tablets for two courses in addition to intravenous antibiotics (pioneer and penicillin). It is recommended that patients go to the hospital for detailed examination in time to identify the cause and receive symptomatic treatment. Don't take medicine blindly.

While receiving treatment, patients should also pay attention to daily care, such as cleaning the vulva with light salt water every morning and evening, but be careful not to use soap to wash, as it will irritate the condition. Keep the vulva dry and clean, change underwear frequently, drink plenty of water to urinate, avoid eating spicy food, get more rest, and try not to scratch the affected area.