What causes itching after vaginal administration of progesterone, and what should be done about it?
May 26, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lv Aiming
Introduction
Vaginal administration of progesterone usually involves inserting medications such as dydrogesterone tablets, progesterone suppositories, or progesterone soft capsules into the vagina. Subsequent itching may be caused by physiological factors or pathological factors, such as drug allergy or pathogen infection, which require targeted treatment. Specifically, after placing a progesterone capsule in the vagina, the medication will take effect.
Progesterone administered vaginally typically involves inserting medications such as dydrogesterone tablets, progesterone suppositories, or progesterone soft capsules into the vagina. Itching that occurs afterward may be caused by physiological factors or pathological factors, such as drug allergy or pathogenic infection, and requires targeted treatment. Specific analyses are as follows:
I. Physiological Factors
After placing a progesterone capsule in the vagina, the medication begins to take effect. During this process, mild irritation of the vaginal mucosa may occur, leading to itching. If no other discomfort is present, this is considered a normal physiological phenomenon and does not require special treatment.
II. Pathological Factors
1. Drug Allergy
If a patient is allergic to components of the progesterone capsule, a local allergic reaction may develop, resulting in itching. Under medical guidance, antiallergic medications such as domperidone tablets or cetirizine hydrochloride tablets can be taken for treatment.
2. Pathogen Infection
If proper local hygiene is not maintained during drug insertion, pathogen infection may occur. Irritation from pathogens can lead to symptoms such as itching. Under medical supervision, treatment may include antibiotics such as cefaclor dispersible tablets or roxithromycin dispersible tablets.
In addition to the above, conditions such as vaginitis, cervicitis, and pelvic inflammatory disease may also cause itching after vaginal administration of progesterone capsules. It is recommended to visit a hospital to determine the underlying cause and receive appropriate treatment.
