Patient's question:
I am a middle-aged married woman with a very serious and disciplined lifestyle.Since early last year, I have frequently experienced itching in my external genital area at night. I have visited the hospital for examination, and there were no signs of vaginitis or cervicitis. My external genital area was also not swollen or red. In summary, there were no gynecological inflammatory conditions. There is white discharge before and after my menstrual period, and it is transparent and odorless. I am also very careful about personal hygiene. However, why do I experience itching in my external genital area at night? This has greatly affected my sleep, causing me immense suffering. I have also noticed that if my body sweats, the itching worsens. During the day, I almost feel no itching.
Could you please tell me what gynecological condition I might have? Can
Doctor's answer:
Hello, vulvar itching is a very common symptom of gynecological diseases. The vulva is a particularly sensitive area, and various gynecological conditions as well as external stimuli can cause itching, making it difficult to sleep and rest, and causing discomfort while sitting or lying down. Vulvar itching often occurs on the clitoris and small labia, but it can also affect the large labia, perineum, and perianal area. You can use potassium permanganate solution for cleaning, identify the specific condition severity, choose appropriate treatment methods, maintain personal hygiene, and follow a light diet, avoiding the intake of irritating foods.