Patient's question:
I have been experiencing itching in the external genital area for three months. My vaginal discharge is milky white, thick, and odorless. I was diagnosed with bacterial vaginosis and mild cervical erosion and hypertrophy. What should I do?Doctor's answer:
Vaginal itching is a symptom caused by various different conditions of the external genitalia, but it can also occur in individuals with completely normal external genitalia. There are many causes of vaginal itching, such as: fungal vaginitis and trichomoniasis, lice, scabies, chronic vulvar dystrophy, drug allergies or chemical irritation, poor hygiene habits, other skin conditions, abrasions, and systemic causes, among others. It is recommended that you visit a hospital to identify the underlying cause and receive appropriate treatment.