Patient's question:
Doctor, hello:I recently feel itchy and uncomfortable in my private area, and there are some white, grain-like substances. The external genital area is swollen, itchy, and red. I used potassium permanganate solution twice, but it didn’t help at all. Additionally, my husband and I have been sleeping in the same bed, and he also feels itchy and swollen in his lower body. Just two days before the itching started in my private area, I had a medical check-up at the hospital and underwent an ultrasound, and everything was fine. I would like to ask how I should be treated.
Doctor's answer:
Vaginal itching is a common symptom among gynecological patients, often caused by various external genital lesions, but it can also occur in individuals with completely normal external genitalia. Candidal vulvovaginitis and trichomoniasis are the most common causes of vaginal itching. Lice and scabies can also lead to itching. Pruritus ani and vulvovaginal itching caused by pinworms typically occur only at night in young girls. Chronic vulvar dystrophy is primarily characterized by intense itching, accompanied by white patches on the vulvar skin. Local allergies to condoms, tampons, sanitary pads, or other drugs and chemicals can also cause itching. Poor hygiene habits, such as neglecting vulvar cleanliness and allowing substances like sebum, sweat, menstrual discharge, vaginal secretions, or even urine and feces to remain on the vulva, can lead to long-term irritation and itching.Guidance:
It is recommended that you seek a detailed medical examination promptly to identify the cause and receive appropriate treatment. Avoid self-medication. Maintain good hygiene for the vulvar area, avoiding the use of soap for cleaning. Try to restrain from scratching or rubbing the affected area. Avoid spicy and irritating foods in your diet.