Patient's question:
Female, 33 years old. Recently, she has found that her private area is always itchy and feels hot, as if it were being burned. Is this a sign of inflammation? Please ask: Can gynecological inflammation occur without sexual activity?Doctor's answer:
Generally, the risk of gynecological infections increases slightly with sexual activity. In your case, without sexual activity, it may be due to a weakened vaginal defense mechanism and the destruction of the vaginal acidic environment, leading to recurrent vaginal infections, cervical inflammation, etc. It is recommended to pay attention to personal hygiene, rinse the external genitalia with warm water, wear breathable cotton underwear, and seek medical examination and treatment if necessary.