What causes itching of the vulva?
Disease description:
I am a 23-year-old female. Recently, my vulva has become extremely itchy, and scratching only makes it worse. Sometimes the itching is so severe that I can't fall asleep. May I ask what might cause vulvar itching?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhao Xiaodong
Vulvar itching may be caused by various factors, mainly including:
1. Infectious factors: Such as trichomonas vaginitis, candidal vulvovaginitis, etc., leading to increased vaginal discharge. Inflammatory secretions may irritate the vulvar skin and mucous membranes, causing itching.
2. Local vulvar lesions: Such as vulvar eczema, neurodermatitis, lichen sclerosus, and other skin diseases, as well as vulvar tumors, can all cause vulvar itching.
3. Poor hygiene habits: Such as neglecting vulvar cleanliness or over-cleansing leading to dryness of the vulvar skin, which may cause itching.
4. Allergies: Drug allergies or contact dermatitis may also lead to vulvar itching.
5. Systemic diseases: Such as diabetes, jaundice, anemia, etc., may also cause vulvar itching.
The specific cause needs to be determined based on individual circumstances and professional examinations.
