Patient's question:
Detailed medical condition and consultation purpose:My menstrual cycle is usually 8 days long. The first day has very little flow, the second and third days have more, and from the fourth day to the eighth day, the flow decreases. Sometimes my external genital area feels a bit itchy. Is this normal?
Duration and course of the current illness: Post-caesarean section to the present (4 years)
Current general condition: Same as above
Medical history: Same as above
Previous diagnoses and treatment history and outcomes: Treated for 4 years with no effect, diagnosis remains unclear
Ancillary tests: Ultrasound (uterus is slightly enlarged)
Other: None
Doctor's answer:
Vaginal itching is a common disease among women, usually caused by vaginitis. Vaginal itching can cause serious harm to a woman's body and affect her normal life. There are many reasons for vaginal itching, which may be due to special infections, chronic vulvar malnutrition, poor hygiene habits, or drug allergies or chemical irritation. The accompanying symptoms also vary depending on the cause. Different causes of vaginal itching also lead to different solutions. Understanding the cause of vaginal itching is helpful for effective treatment and relief. It is recommended that you visit a regular hospital for examination as soon as possible to determine the cause of the vaginal itching, and then decide on a treatment plan.