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What should you pay attention to when you have vaginal itching?

Asked by:Cyclops

Asked on:Apr 02, 2026 02:17 AM

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  • Fannie Fannie

    Apr 02, 2026

      Itching of the vulva is a symptom that can be caused by various reasons. Local causes of special infections (such as fungal Vaginitis , Trichomonal vaginitis, pubic lice, scabies , pinworm disease), chronic vulvar malnutrition, drug allergies or chemical irritation, poor hygiene habits, skin disease wait. Diabetes, jaundice, leukemia, vitamin A deficiency, vitamin B deficiency and other chronic diseases sexually transmitted diseases Patients also often experience vulvar pruritus. Some patients have no obvious local or systemic causes and may be related to mental or psychological factors. People suffering from this disease should find out the cause and prescribe the right medicine.

      Precautions for vulvar itching:

      1. Pay attention to menstrual hygiene, change menstrual pads frequently during menstruation, and wash them frequently.

      2. Keep the vulva clean and dry, do not wash it with hot water or scrub it with soap.

      3. Avoid indiscriminate use or abuse of drugs, and avoid scratching and local friction.

      4. Avoid alcohol, spicy food, seafood, and drugs that may cause allergies. >>>> Women with low back pain should be careful7major gynecological diseases

      5. Do not wear tight-fitting crotchless pants. Underwear must be loose, breathable, and preferably made of cotton.

      6. If there is damage or infection in the local area, you can use 1:5000 potassium permanganate solution (add a trace amount of potassium permanganate powder to warm water to make it light red, not too thick), twice a day, for 20 to 30 minutes each time.

      7. See a doctor to check whether there is mold or trichomonas. If so, treat it in time instead of applying "anti-itching water" yourself.

      8. Those who cannot be cured after long-term treatment should have their blood sugar checked.

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