Why is it always itchy down there?

Because of the special structure of the female private parts, if you do not pay attention to the maintenance of this area, it is easy for bacteria to take advantage of the opportunity, resulting in itching. The itching sensation in women's genitals is related to many factors. Some are caused by gynecological diseases, and some are caused by bad hygiene habits. It is important to understand these reasons and take active prevention measures. So, why is it always itchy down there? Let’s take a look at the reasons below.

Female friends experience itching of the vulva, vagina, urethra, foamy leucorrhea, often with a peculiar odor, and after scratching, the vulva also develops eczematous dermatitis changes. A vaginal smear test can be used to distinguish it from the above conditions.

2. Vulvar congestion during pregnancy and premenstrual period

Can cause vulvar itching and discomfort.

3. Psychological factors

Some patients have very severe vulvar itching, but no obvious systemic or local cause can be found, which may be related to mental or psychological factors.

4. Fungal vaginitis

Female friends may experience itching of the vulva, vagina, vaginal opening, urethral opening, vulvar flushing, and dregs-like leucorrhea with an odor. Scratching may cause eczematous changes of the vulvar dermatitis.

5. Drug allergy or chemical irritation

Soap, condoms, mercurochrome, etc. can cause contact dermatitis due to direct irritation or allergies, resulting in itching symptoms.

The cause of female vaginal itching is generally because the vulva is close to the urethra, vagina, and anus. Under the long-term stimulation of vaginal secretions, urine, menstrual blood, etc., if personal vulva hygiene is not done well at this time, it can easily lead to vulvitis or vaginitis, thereby causing female vaginal itching.

There are many ways for women to be infected with bacteria and develop vaginitis. In addition to being transmitted through sexual intercourse, vaginitis can also be transmitted through public baths, bathtubs, towels, etc.

Some women use toilet paper improperly, and the skin of the vulva is soaked by menstrual blood, vaginal secretions, and even urine, feces and sweat, which causes chronic inflammation of the local skin, causing itching of the vulva and urethra.

If you do not pay attention to the local cleanliness of the vulva, sebum, sweat, menstruation, vaginal secretions, and even urine and feces will soak in it, and long-term stimulation of the vulva can cause itching.

The itching caused by some drugs in women with allergic constitution often occurs at the junction of the skin and mucous membrane of the vulva. In addition to local itching, it may be complicated by erosion and exudation. If you use drugs for vaginal washing or vaginal insertion, if allergic reactions and contact dermatitis occur, vulvar itching and urethral itching may also occur.

8. Tight underwear does not absorb sweat

Non-breathable underwear does not absorb sweat, which will make the vulva too moist for a long time and cause vulva itching. Using rubber or plastic menstrual belts during menstruation and wearing non-breathable chemical fiber underwear at other times can induce itching due to accumulation of damp heat. If women don't want to be troubled by itching every day, it is best to wear loose full-body underwear.