Dampness and heat can cause vulvar itching

The female genitals are in a fragile state. If female friends do not pay attention to the hygiene of the genitals, it is easy for their genitals to be infected by bacteria. Therefore, female friends should keep their genitals in an absolutely dry state, because if the genital area is too moist, the chance of bacterial infection is very high. Many women experience vulvar itching. Does damp heat cause vulvar itching?

What to do if vulvar itching caused by damp heat

1. Vulvar itching caused by damp heat is caused by bacterial infection. First clean the vulva, then apply a wet compress of rivanol solution or boric acid cleaning solution to the vulva for at least 10 minutes. After it dries, you can apply zinc oxide ointment or diphenhydramine ointment to relieve itching. If the itching is severe, you can take oral chlorpheniramine for treatment at the same time.

2. Women should pay attention to the hygiene of their genitals, keep the vulva clean and dry, avoid taking a bath in a tub, and avoid having sex during menstruation. Change sanitary napkins frequently during menstruation, do not use soap to wash the vulva, and wear loose underwear. This will not cause moisture and heat in the vulva, and will not cause itching symptoms.

3. Patients with vulvar damp-heat itching should pay attention to their diet during treatment. It is best to eat light food and avoid spicy and irritating foods, such as chili peppers, pepper, onions, garlic, etc. Also, do not eat seafood, especially fish, shrimp, crabs, chicken, goose meat, etc. Also, do not eat greasy or fried foods.

Vulvar itching care methods

1. Eat a light diet, avoid spicy and irritating foods, quit smoking and drinking, and do not use irritating soaps, bath gels, or shower gels.

2. Pay attention to keeping the vulva dry, wash and change underwear frequently. It is best to use loose, breathable cotton underwear. After changing and washing, put it in a sunny or ventilated place to dry to avoid bacterial growth.

3. Women with vulvar itching should pay attention to menstrual hygiene, use qualified sanitary napkins, and avoid sexual intercourse during treatment. If necessary, sexual partners should also receive corresponding treatment to prevent cross infection.

4. Clothes, bed sheets and quilt covers should be used and washed separately. Prevent transmission within the family, especially protect female infants or girls from infection.

5. Don’t be ashamed to talk about your illness or avoid seeing a doctor after you fall ill. Do not "seek medical treatment at random" or follow advertisements and use Y for treatment without authorization, which will cover up the lesions, affect diagnosis, and delay treatment. After a clear diagnosis, take medication under the guidance of a doctor.

Vulvar itching caused by damp heat is a common problem, especially in the hot summer, when this situation is more likely to occur. Once vulvar itching occurs, women must take measures to actively treat it and actively care for the vulva, so that the vulvar itching can be cured as soon as possible.