What is the reason for vaginal itching and small bumps

Itch and small bumps on the female vaginal opening are a common symptom. There are many reasons for this symptom, such as bacterial vaginitis or flat warts, which can easily cause such symptoms. In addition, you should be alert to genital warts or female pseudo-warts. The above diseases are relatively easy to distinguish. If such symptoms occur, you should go to the hospital for diagnosis and examination in time.

1. Bacterial vaginitis: The amount of leucorrhea increases, and it is grayish white, thin, and foamy. The vaginal mucosa is congested, with scattered bleeding spots, itchy and burning sensation in the vulva, and a foul odor in the vulva.

2. Flat warts: It is a skin lesion manifestation of secondary syphilis. It occurs in the vulva and anus area, appearing as infiltrative flat raised patches or papules with a grayish-white surface and abundant secretions. It has a broad base and is neither painful nor itchy.

3. Genital warts: symptoms include local itching and pain. It grows on the vulva, vagina, cervix, and perianal area, often occurring in two locations at the same time. Local manifestations are small pink or gray papules that are wart-like protrusions and often fuse to form cauliflower-like growths.

4. Pseudo-condyloma in women: a benign papilloma, common in young women. The rash is characterized by symmetrical ovoid or filamentous proliferative changes on the inner side of the labia minora, which are evenly distributed, with no subjective symptoms or slight itching and discomfort. It does not grow or develop for a long time and is not contagious.

How to deal with female vulva itching?

1. Use local antipruritic drugs. Care for reproductive health and improve quality of life.

2. Change your underwear every day, and it is best to wear loose cotton underwear to keep the vagina breathable and dry.

3. Appropriate use of sedatives, safety drugs, and antihistamines to adjust mood, reduce anxiety and tension, and relieve itching.

4. Do not scratch. When the vagina is itchy, do not scratch it hard to prevent bleeding, redness and swelling. Do not use hot water to wash it to avoid burns.

5. Pay attention to the treatment of the primary disease, keep the vulva clean and dry, and do not wash it too frequently with soap. Avoid scratching, alcohol and spicy food.

6. Improper use of sanitary napkins during menstruation can also cause vulvar itching. Therefore, when purchasing sanitary napkins, you must follow the principle of sterility and hygiene. Store sanitary napkins in a dry, sterile environment. At the same time, sanitary napkins should be replaced in time and attention should be paid to the usage time of sanitary napkin