Patient's question:
Vaginal itching. Sometimes at 3 a.m., it itches so badly that I wake up. When I'm awake, my hand subconsciously goes down to scratch it. It's been itching for several days. During the worst moments, I even used soap water to wash it. Does it have anything to do with this?Doctor's answer:
Recurring vulvar itching is generally caused by inflammatory stimulation. The skin and mucosa in this area are delicate and should not be washed with soap. Washing with soap can irritate the area and worsen the itching symptoms. It is necessary to visit a hospital for a thorough examination to determine whether it is vulvitis or vaginitis, and to receive active symptomatic treatment. Vulvar itching patients can, while understanding the need for symptomatic treatment, also use home remedies as supplementary therapy in daily life. Proper dietary habits should be maintained in daily life to avoid irritating foods.