What exactly is causing itching in women’s private parts?

I believe that women are not unfamiliar with the symptoms of genital itching, because almost all women have experienced this in life. Although most of the time it will be relieved by itself after a period of time, it is still necessary to find out the specific cause. So next I will explain in detail some factors that may induce vaginal itching, let’s take a look together.

1. Local skin uncleanness: Some women use toilet paper improperly, and the skin of the vulva is soaked by menstrual blood, vaginal secretions, and even urine, feces and sweat, which causes chronic inflammation of the local skin and causes vulva itching.

2. Fungal vulvitis and vaginitis: often manifested as vulvar itching, itching and burning sensation at the vaginal opening, redness and edema of the vulvar skin; severe symptoms may cause vesicular papules, pustules or eczematous erosions, and even ulcers and vulvar pain.

3. Vaginal trichomoniasis: Typical symptoms include itching of the vulva and vagina, itching of the vaginal opening, foamy leucorrhea, often accompanied by a special odor, and eczematous changes in the vulva after scratching. A vaginal smear test can distinguish it from other diseases.

4. Sexual allergy: This is an allergic reaction that occurs during sexual intercourse. They are allergy to semen, condom allergy, and friction allergy.

5. Sexually transmitted diseases: Genital warts mostly occur on the female vaginal wall, cervical opening and vulva, and may also cause foul-smelling leucorrhea. Molluscum contagiosum occurring on the vulva is mostly manifested as round papules with an umbilical-like depression in the center, and may also cause itching of the vulva. Genital herpes is often manifested by the appearance of bright, rice-sized blisters on the urethral opening and vaginal wall, accompanied by local itching.

In summary, there are many factors that can cause itching in women's genitals, and some of them are serious pathological factors. Therefore, the editor strongly reminds all women to be vigilant and pay attention to keeping the vagina and the surrounding area clean and hygienic. If necessary, go to the gynecological clinic as soon as possible for a thorough examination.