What causes vulvar itching during menstruation?

Many women have experienced this situation: there is nothing abnormal in their private parts at ordinary times, but they will feel itchy in their private parts during their menstrual period. So, what is the problem with vulvar itching during menstruation? What is the problem with vulvar itching during menstruation? Let's have a brief and clear understanding of this issue. I hope the following points will be helpful to everyone!

Causes of vulvar itching during menstruation

1. Using the wrong sanitary napkin

If you have vulvar itching during menstruation, you should first check whether the sanitary napkin you use is suitable for you. Excessively firm, fiber-based, sanitary napkins from unknown manufacturers, contamination from the tampon you use, or not changing them in time may all cause vulvar itching during menstruation.

2. Improper cleaning of private parts

Many girls mistakenly believe that "disinfection" can ensure the hygiene of their private parts, and use soap, lotion, etc. to frequently clean their private parts. In fact, menstruation is just a combination of blood, fallen uterine wall, cervical mucus and female secretions, not unclean things such as bacteria. Therefore, it is generally not necessary to clean or disinfect excessively. Doing so will cause intestinal flora imbalance, inflammation, and cause or aggravate itching.

3. Poor natural environment in private areas

During the menstrual period, the private parts secrete a lot, especially in the first 1-2 days of menarche, when the menstrual flow is heavy, the private environment is humid, and the poor ventilation environment and reduced immunity make it easy for bacteria to grow. If the sanitary napkin is not changed in time, the extreme environment of the private parts will be aggravated, which will cause infection.

Tips: If women want to prevent vulvar itching during menstruation, they need to ensure the hygiene of their private parts, wash the vulva with warm water every day, change sanitary napkins frequently, avoid intercourse, and always ensure a dry environment in the private parts. If these hidden dangers are eliminated and itching still occurs, a gynecological examination should be conducted and targeted medication should be taken under the guidance of a doctor.