Vaginal mucosal congestion

The female vagina is a special but very sensitive part of the body. It often secretes substances such as leucorrhea, so it is easier to breed bacteria and then become infected. Therefore, women need to take care of their vagina in a timely manner. Many gynecological diseases are related to the vagina, and congestion of the vaginal wall mucosa is one of them, which is mainly caused by inflammation of the female vagina. So, what should you do if your vaginal mucosa becomes congested?

1. What is vaginal mucosal congestion?

It may be caused by vaginitis or vulvitis. It is recommended that a gynecologist perform a leucorrhea examination to confirm the diagnosis. At this time, you can use Cleansing Yin. Keep your genitals clean and hygienic, change your pants frequently, and wash them with boiling water.

2. Causes of vulvitis

1. Exogenous infection

Pathogens may be Escherichia coli, Trichomonas, fungi, viruses, etc.

2. Foreign body stimulation

Such as urine, feces, abnormal vaginal discharge, etc.

3. Local symptoms of systemic diseases

Such as diabetes.

3. Clinical manifestations of vulvitis

The vulvar skin may experience itching, pain, burning sensation, and even swelling, rashes, erosions, and ulcers. If the disease lasts for a long time, the skin may become thickened, rough, cracked, and even become lichenified. Common types of vulvitis include:

1. Nonspecific vulvitis

Most of them are mixed infections of Staphylococcus, Streptococcus and Escherichia coli.

2. Fungal vulvitis

It often exists simultaneously with candidal vaginitis, and bean curd-like secretions can be seen, and the surface of the lesions is sometimes covered with white moss-like substances.

3. Vulvitis in infants and young children

The vulvar skin and mucous membranes become red, itchy and painful, which can lead to labia adhesion.

4. Bartholinitis

The labia majora on one side becomes red, swollen, hot and painful, and a lump forms in the lower 1/3 of the labia majora, which is fluctuating and tender, indicating a Bartholin's gland abscess. Abscesses sometimes burst on their own.

5. Sexually Transmitted Diseases

Genital warts, chancroid, genital herpes, gonorrhea, etc.

4. Treatment of vulvitis

1. Actively and effectively treat the primary disease.

2. Local treatment: Keep the vulva clean and dry to avoid adverse stimulation. Choose different liquid medicines for sitting baths, and apply antibiotic ointments, antifungal preparations, etc. to the vulva.

3. Antibiotics can be used appropriately for patients with fever and increased white blood cell count.