What is itching in the vagina?;
Itching in a woman's vagina is an uncomfortable and often painful condition, caused by a number of reasons.
It is not usually a cause for concern, but it may be a sign of health problems that need further investigation.
The gynaecologist can determine the cause of vaginal itching through clinical examination and blood, urine and vaginal secretion tests and will determine the appropriate treatment to get rid of the symptom.
In times of excessive stress or depression, the immune system drops and the body is vulnerable to infections and infections.
Women suffering from diabetes may experience vaginal itching and irritation in the vaginal area.
Mycosis is an infection that occurs when the fungi that are in balance in the vaginal flora reproduce at an uncontrolled rate. The infection can be caused by medications taken for another reason, a viral infection or a weakened immune system.
Chlamydia, gonorrhoea, genital herpes, trichomoniasis, are some of the sexually transmitted diseases that can cause vaginal itching, usually accompanied by pain and tingling during intercourse, painful urination and secretion of smelly fluids.
An imbalance of vaginal bacteria or reduced estrogen production after menopause may be the main causes of bacterial vaginosis. The main symptoms of vaginitis may include bad breath, itching, stinging and secretion of greyish fluids.
Frequent use of vaginal wash products containing chemicals can cause irritation and disturb the pH balance of the vagina.
The change in estrogen levels during menopause causes vaginal dryness which in turn leads to itching.
Psoriasis is an autoimmune condition that causes uncontrolled proliferation of skin cells and occurs anywhere in the body, in some cases even in the genital area.
In rare cases, vaginal itching may be a symptom of vaginal cancer, which can be successfully treated if diagnosed in the early stages.
