What causes redness, swelling and inflammation of the genitals?

There are many diseases that plague female friends, and if we are not careful, we female friends will be "infected". Redness, swelling and inflammation of the vulva, except for special reasons such as sexual intercourse, are generally caused by some minor problems that we think of, such as unexplained itching of the vulva. Because it is not very serious, many people choose to clean it themselves with topical medications or even scald it with hot water for a momentary relief. Some people can't help scratching it with their hands, which causes inflammation. Let me give you some introduction to this symptom.

The pathogenesis of redness, swelling, itching and pain is actually very simple. Because female patients suffer from unbearable itching, they can't help but scratch these parts of the vulva constantly. Causes local redness and swelling of the vulva. It is mainly caused by scratching which leads to congestion in the vulva area. Because the female vulva is a relatively sensitive nerve area. Prolonged congestion and swelling will inevitably lead to pain. This is what we call redness, swelling, itching and pain of the vulva.

In fact, redness, swelling and pain in the vulva are mostly considered to be gynecological inflammation. Clinically, such as vaginitis (including bacteria, viruses, fungi, etc.), it should be taken seriously.

Experts explain the main causes of vulvar redness, swelling, itching and pain:

① Special infections: Candidal vaginitis and Trichomonas vaginitis are the most common.

② White lesions of the vulva: also known as chronic vulvar malnutrition, with extreme itching as the main symptom, accompanied by whitening of the vulvar skin.

③ Some drug allergies and chemical irritation can cause itching.

④ Some women have irritating vaginal discharge that causes pain and itching in the vulva.

⑤ Skin diseases of the vulva, lichen planus, chronic eczema, seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis, abrasions, paranasal rashes, tumors, etc.

The treatment of vulvar redness, swelling and pain cannot be blind, and the treatment needs to be symptomatic. The treatment of vulvar redness, swelling and pain requires targeted treatment according to different causes, such as candidal vaginitis, bacterial vaginitis, Trichomonas vaginitis, etc. The treatment methods for different inflammations are different and cannot be generalized.

With the above introduction, I believe you already have a certain understanding of this kind of redness, swelling and inflammation of the genitals. Then you must go to a regular hospital for regular examination and tell the doctor your medical history truthfully and in detail. This will definitely help you recover soon. Taking care of yourself in life and paying attention to the health of your sex life will greatly reduce your risk of illness.