Patient's question:
Hello doctor, recently I have been experiencing frequent vulvar itching. Once, the itching was so severe that I scratched it with my hand. What could be the reason for this?Doctor's answer:
Based on your description, vulvar itching is often caused by poor hygiene during the menstrual period, failing to regularly clean the vulvar area, allowing menstrual blood or vaginal secretions to accumulate for a long time. Alternatively, wearing synthetic underwear can keep the vulvar area in a consistently damp and hot environment, often leading to vulvar itching. It is recommended to visit a regular hospital's gynecology department for a pathological examination of vaginal or cervical secretions to confirm the diagnosis. After confirmation, symptomatic treatment can be administered, such as using cetirizine and prednisone. In addition to active treatment, patients with vulvar itching should also pay attention to maintaining a proper diet in daily life to digest nutrients. It is hoped that the above answer can assist you.