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NoDoctor's answer:
Vaginal itching is often caused by the irritation of the external genital area due to a large amount of abnormal vaginal discharge expelled by trichomoniasis or fungal infections leading to vaginitis. If antiseptic solutions are used to rinse the external genital area or vagina, or certain medications are placed inside the vagina (such as sulfonamides, furacilin, strongly alkaline soaps, or potassium permanganate solutions), it may cause allergic reactions or dermatitis in the external genital area, also leading to itching. During menstruation, if hygiene is not maintained properly, or if rubber or plastic menstrual pads are used without frequent cleaning of the external genital area, menstrual blood or vaginal secretions may accumulate for a long time in the external genital area. Alternatively, wearing synthetic underwear can keep the external genital area in a consistently moist and warm environment, often causing itching. It is recommended to visit a regular hospital's gynecology department for pathological examinations of vaginal or cervical secretions to confirm the diagnosis and receive appropriate treatment.