Patient's question:
Female, 18 years old. My daughter has no sexual life, and I also pay attention to her hygiene situation. However, recently the girl always feels itchy in the external genital area, and her studies have been affected. She is very distressed. Please ask: How can women prevent vulvar itching?Doctor's answer:
1. Pay attention to menstrual hygiene, change sanitary pads frequently during menstruation, and clean the area regularly.2. Keep the external genital area clean and dry at all times. Avoid hot water soaking and soap scrubbing.
3. Avoid indiscriminate use of harmful medications, scratching, and local friction.
4. Avoid alcohol and spicy foods, as well as seafood and other allergenic medications.
5. Do not wear tight pants or undergarments. Underwear should be loose, breathable, and preferably made of cotton. In daily life, patients should maintain balanced nutrition, engage in aerobic exercises to stay fit, and keep a positive mood to enhance physical health and speed up recovery.