What causes pain and itching in the lower body?

Pain and itching in the lower body, also known as pain and itching in the vulva, is a common problem among women. The causes of this problem include: special infections, chronic vulvar malnutrition, drug allergies or chemical stimulation, bad hygiene habits, etc. In order to relieve the symptoms of vulvar discomfort, female friends must go to the hospital for treatment in time and then receive medication. Below we will introduce the causes, symptoms and solutions of lower body pain in detail.

1. Special infections: Candida vaginitis and Trichomonas vaginitis are the most common causes of vulvar itching. Pubic lice and scabies can also cause itching. Itching around the anus and vulva of young girls caused by pinworm infection usually occurs at night.

2. Chronic vulvar malnutrition: The main symptom is severe itching, accompanied by whitening of the vulvar skin.

3. Drug allergy or chemical irritation: Soap, condoms, Chlorhexidine, etc. can cause contact or allergic dermatitis due to direct irritation or allergy, resulting in symptoms of vulvar itching.

4. Bad hygiene habits: Not paying attention to the local cleanliness of the vulva, sebum, sweat, menstrual blood, vaginal secretions, and even urine and feces can cause long-term stimulation to the vulva and cause itching; using unclean menstrual belts during menstruation and wearing non-breathable synthetic underwear can induce itching due to the accumulation of damp heat.

Vulvar itching and swelling are mostly located in the clitoris and labia minora. It may also affect the labia majora, perineum and even perianal skin lesions. It is often paroxysmal or continuous, and usually worsens at night. Unexplained vulvar itching and swelling usually only occur in women of childbearing age or postmenopausal women, and often affect the entire vulva, but may also be limited to a certain part or one side of the vulva. Although the itching is very severe and even unbearable, the local skin and mucous membranes appear normal, or there are only scratches due to excessive scratching.

3. Treatment of vulvar itching and pain:

1. Vaginal medication: The typical symptoms of candidal vaginitis are unbearable itching of the vulva, excessive vaginal discharge, often with milky white clots, severe congestion of the vaginal wall, and a tingling sensation. Treatment should start with killing the fungus. Commonly used medicines include suppositories, which are inserted deep into the vagina. Go to the hospital for regular check-ups to decide whether to continue taking the medicine.

2. Change the acidity and alkalinity of the vagina: The most suitable pH value for the growth of Candida is 5.5. Therefore, using alkaline solution to flush the vulva and vagina can change the acidity and alkalinity of the vagina, which will inhibit the growth and reproduction of fungi. You can use 2% to 4% baking soda water to flush the vagina 1 to 2 times a day, and one course of treatment is 2 weeks. After flushing, wipe the vulva dry and keep it dry to inhibit the growth of Candida.