What Could Cause Itching in the Vaginal Area?

Vaginal or vulvar itchiness is often considered as a result of vaginitis, which has a very high incidence rate and is mainly related to poor daily habits or bacterial infection. After a woman is diagnosed with vaginitis, she needs to undergo routine gynecological examination to identify the cause. During this period, women should not use medication without doctor's advice, but should improve their unhealthy habits, maintain a light diet, and strengthen exercise to stay away from gynecological diseases.

When symptoms of vaginal itchiness occur, many people actively purchase cleansing agents from pharmacies to wash the vagina. These cleansing agents have good antibacterial effects and can indeed help relieve itching, such as in the case of fungal vaginitis, the most common manifestations are itching and cottage cheese-like discharge, and we can use bicarbonate solution to wash the vagina. However, it should be noted that these cleansing agents should not be used for a long time, as their effect may gradually decrease after repeated use due to the development of drug resistance.

If these drugs do not produce significant results, it is recommended to use traditional Chinese medicine for treatment. Traditional Chinese medicine treats the root cause of the problem and does not produce drug resistance. Bad habits that can induce vaginitis include wearing tight-fitting clothing, which may restrict airflow and promote bacterial growth, especially in summer. Another bad habit is over-washing, as excessive cleaning can disrupt the vaginal flora and increase the risk of vaginitis.