Patient's question:
I have had two abortions before. The first one was a year ago, and the second one was six months ago. After the second abortion, I started experiencing itching in the external genital area. When I went to the hospital for a check-up, my vaginal discharge and mycoplasma tests were both normal. Why am I still itchy? What should I do? Please help me, doctor. Will this affect my next pregnancy?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 vulvar itching caused by pinworms typically occur only at night in young girls. Chronic vulvar dystrophy is primarily characterized by severe itching, accompanied by paleness of the vulvar skin. Local allergies caused by reactions to condoms, tampons, sanitary pads, or other drugs and chemicals. Poor hygiene habits neglecting local vulvar cleanliness, with prolonged exposure to sebum, sweat, menstrual discharge, vaginal secretions, or even urine and fecal matter, can lead to itching. It is recommended that you seek timely medical examination to identify the cause and receive appropriate treatment. Avoid self-medication. Maintain good hygiene for the vulvar area, avoid washing the vulva with soap; try to restrain scratching and friction of the affected area; and avoid spicy and irritating foods in your diet.