Vulvar swelling and pain during menstruation

The vagina has always been the most important protective organ of women and the most private part. If there is a problem with the vagina, it is always difficult to talk about it. There are many types of vaginal redness and swelling, some are external and some are internal. Redness and swelling of the vulva may be caused by bacterial infection or other factors. It is best to go to the hospital to check to see what the cause is. In addition, the area should be disinfected and hygiene work should be done well.

1. Remove the inducement.

Patients with itchy, red, swollen and painful vulva should go to a regular hospital for treatment to eliminate the cause.

2. Treatment must be thorough.

If women do not treat this disease thoroughly enough, the itching, redness, swelling and pain of the vulva will recur, which will cause trouble to women's daily work and life.

3. Husband and wife shall rule together.

The phenomenon of itching, redness, swelling and pain in the vulva is sometimes a manifestation of female vulvitis or some diseases. At this time, women may transmit the bacteria they carry to men, so it is recommended that couples receive treatment at the same time.

4. Patients with vulvar itching, redness and swelling.

You should pay attention to menstrual hygiene, keep the vulva clean and dry, avoid scratching, do not wash with hot water, and avoid using soapy water to clean the vulva. Clothes, especially underwear, should be loose, comfortable and breathable. Avoid alcohol and spicy or allergenic food. Patients with vulvar itching should pay attention to understanding the treatment methods. Also pay attention to prevention in life. Women who experience vulvar itching, swelling and pain should seek timely treatment and avoid taking medication without authorization.

Causes of female vulvar swelling and pain

1. Special infection.

Vulvitis, candidal vaginitis and Trichomonas vaginitis are the most common causes of vulvar itching. If it is just a simple vaginal bacterial infection, you can use a bactericidal gynecological wash to reduce inflammation.

2. Chronic vulvar malnutrition.

The main symptom is extreme itching, accompanied by whitening of the vulva skin. This condition can be treated with lotions and gynecological topical medications.

3. Local allergy.

Allergy to condoms, tampons, sanitary napkins or other drugs or chemicals. This situation should be treated with medication promptly.

4. Bad hygiene habits.

If you do not pay attention to the local cleaning of the vulva, long-term stimulation of the vulva by sebum, sweat, menstruation, and vaginal secretions can cause itching: using rubber or plastic menstrual belts during menstruation and wearing non-breathable chemical fiber underwear at other times can induce itching due to the accumulation of moisture and heat.

5. Other skin lesions.

Abrasions, common warts, herpes, eczema, and tumors can all cause vulvar itching. These symptoms should be paid attention to in daily life.

6. Mechanical stimulation.

Such as bad hygiene habits, dirt on the vulva, tight underwear, irritation from sweat, etc.

Prevention of female vulvar swelling and pain

1. Clean up after defecation.

After each bowel movement, you should clean it in time to avoid feces contaminating the vulva.

2. Pay attention to clothes.

Underwear should be made of pure cotton to avoid causing vulvar allergies and itching.

3. Take medicine in time.

If you have pinworms in your body, you should take anthelmintics in time to avoid itching and redness and swelling of the vulva caused by pinworms.

4. Seek medical attention immediately.

Women who have been infected with gynecological inflammation should seek medical attention immediately.

5. Isolate the utensils.

The basin and towel used to clean the vulva must be dedicated and should not be used for any other purpose.

6. The water temperature is suitable.

It is best to use a metal basin so that it can be used to heat the water for washing. The towel should be placed in the water, heated to boiling, and then cooled to about 40 degrees Celsius before use. Don't use half hot water and half cold water. Doing this can completely kill the germs on tap water, towels and basins.