How to use medicine for vulvar itching and what causes it

After marriage, women should pay more attention to keeping their private parts clean. Because women's private parts are more fragile and easily hurt, they should not only change their underwear frequently, but also learn some relevant knowledge on how to care for them. If vulvar itching occurs, seek medical attention immediately to find out the cause and treat it thoroughly. Generally speaking, some topical medications are used to treat vulvar itching, but how to use medications for vulvar itching and what causes it?

Vulvar itching is a very common symptom of gynecological diseases. The vulva is a particularly sensitive area. Various gynecological diseases and external stimuli can cause itching, making people unable to sleep or eat, and unable to sit or lie down. Vulvar itching often occurs on the clitoris and labia minora, and may also affect the labia majora, perineum and perianal area.

Causes

1. Chronic local irritation, irritation from abnormal secretions of vulva, vagina and cervix inflammation;

2. Unclean vulva and tight synthetic underwear, sanitary napkins, etc. lead to poor permeability;

3. Vulvar parasitic diseases, such as pubic lice, pinworms, scabies, etc.;

4. Various vulvar skin diseases and vulvar tumors, etc.;

5. Local vulvar symptoms of systemic diseases, such as diabetes, uremia, vitamin deficiency, etc.

Clinical manifestations

Vulvar itching often occurs on the clitoris and labia minora, and may also affect the labia majora, perineum and perianal area. Most of the attacks are paroxysmal and are usually worse at night. If the itching is severe, skin scratches may be seen.

treat

1. Eliminate human causes, pay attention to the cleanliness of the vulva, wear cotton underwear that is not too tight, avoid using alkaline soaps, and minimize mechanical stimulation to the vulva.

2. For vulvar pain and itching that cannot be diagnosed for the time being, local wet compresses of 3% boric acid or 1%~2% raclonidine solution, 40% zinc oxide oil, calamine lotion and 2% diphenhydramine ointment can be used. If necessary, oral chlorpheniramine can be taken, but hormones, iodine, alcohol, etc. should not be used.

3. For vulvar pain and itching caused by Trichomonas, take metronidazole orally under the guidance of a doctor, and insert dichlorvos tablets or metronidazole tablets into the vagina at the same time. The effect will be better if combined with vaginal douching. Married persons must examine their male spouse and receive treatment at the same time.

4. For vulvar pain and itching caused by fungi, under the guidance of a doctor, flush the vagina with 2% to 4% soda water once a night, and at the same time insert a tablet of Kemeinuan into the vagina. Ten times constitute a course of treatment. You can also apply gentian violet or ice boron paste intravaginally.

5. Avoid smoking, drinking, coffee, and eating spicy foods.

6. Avoid mental stress and do not cover yourself too thickly when sleeping, which can reduce the pain and itching.

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7. In addition to Western medicine treatment for female vulvar itching, the use of traditional Chinese medicine prescriptions can also achieve good results. The following are 7 recommended Chinese medicine prescriptions for treating vulvar itching for your reference.