Itching during menstruation

The endometrium is shed periodically, so normal women have menstruation every month. Moreover, during menstruation, women's vagina will be more fragile than usual, so women during this period should also pay special attention to vulvar health and hygiene issues. In order to avoid the occurrence of gynecological diseases, women during menstruation should not have sexual intercourse. But what happens when a woman finds herself itching down there during her menstrual period?

What to do if your vulva itches during menstruation

1. During menstruation, you must change sanitary napkins or panty liners frequently. Never let the vulva be soaked in menstrual blood. It is best to change sanitary napkins no more than 4 hours, and panty liners every 1 hour or so. If you change them for a long time, it is very likely to breed and infect bacteria, which is very bad.

Second, choose cotton underwear. Don’t choose the popular thongs just for the sake of being sexy or beautiful. Thongs may cause discomfort to your skin. It is best to wear comfortable ones during your period. You should also wear less thongs at other times.

Third, you must ensure the hygiene of your vagina. It is best to take a shower. Don’t think that it is okay during your period. However, it is best not to wash your hair during your period, as it is not good for a woman’s body. Also, do not use sanitary wipes. If you do use them, choose those with a neutral pH value and are alcohol-free.

Causes of vulvar itching during menstruation

1. If you use unclean sanitary napkins or tampons during your menstrual period, the cause may be the cause. At this time, if you grab your vagina with your hands or wipe it hard with toilet paper, or wash it hard with soap, the symptoms may worsen.

2. During menstruation, there is a lot of secretions and the lower part of the vulva is hot and damp. If the sanitary napkin you choose is thick and is not changed frequently, coupled with the decrease in the body's resistance, local inflammation is likely to occur, causing itching.

What to pay attention to during menstruation

1. Take good care of menstrual hygiene: First of all, you must pay attention to menstrual hygiene. You cannot take a bath in a tub. You must wash your vulva every day, and each person should have a dedicated tub. Underwear should be dried in the sun and ironed with an electric iron before wearing. The toilet paper should be of good quality to avoid infection.

2. Eat more fresh fruits and vegetables: Do not drink ice water during menstruation, eat more fresh fruits and vegetables, and consume more high-protein substances. You can eat some chocolate or brown sugar water to adjust your mood. Don't eat anything too sour or spicy.

3. Avoid sexual intercourse: Do not go to public swimming pools to swim during menstruation, do not be exposed to cold wind, do not catch a cold, do not wash your hair, and avoid sexual intercourse.

4. Maintain a happy mood: Pay attention to maintaining a happy mood during menstruation and take a proper walk.

5. Combine work and rest: You can work, study, and perform general physical labor as usual during menstruation. This can ensure pelvic blood circulation, thereby reducing back pain and lower abdominal discomfort, and avoid intense and heavy mental and physical labor. Also make sure you get enough sleep to stay energized.

6. Keep a menstrual card: correctly record the start date of each menstrual period, the duration of each period, and other changes that occur during the menstrual period. It helps you understand whether your menstruation is regular, whether there are any abnormal conditions (such as pregnancy, miscarriage), and helps you monitor your own changes and prevent and treat various gynecological diseases.