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Annoying and sometimes painful, intimate itching can (re) present itself when you least expect it, making the intense days of us women a little more difficult. Most of the time it’s not a cause for concern, but it’s always good investigate thoroughly consulting your gynecologist, so as to identify the triggering cause as soon as possible.
The Intimate itching is a sign of irritation affecting the vagina, vulva or the area surrounding the anus and can be caused by several factors. Going for a specialist visit is the most effective way to determine what triggered the intimate itch and to undertake a personalized treatment.
So what are the causes of intimate itching e how can we prevent it? We deepened the subject with the Doctor Mariapia Di Nicola, Surgeon, Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
What is that
«Intimate itching is the symptom that most frequently leads women to consult the specialist for therapy. It’s about a annoying irritation which can affect the vulva (the outside of the genitals), the vagina, or the area around the anus. In some cases it occurs in sporadic situations, in others instead, it can become chronic until it becomes disabling and to heavily affect the quality of life », explains the doctor.
Causes
«The causes of intimate itching they can be multiple. The most frequent itches are those caused by infections, from candida to Trichomonas vaginitis, bacterial vaginosis, herpes. However, there are many other conditions that can lead to itching such as:
Furthermore, an incorrect diet characterized by a excess sugar, can facilitate the onset of intimate itching », continues Dr. Di Nicola.
Normally, the foods we bring to the table consist of essential nutrients for the correct functioning of the various systems of the organism. However, some of these, such as industrially prepared ones, may contain large ones amount of sugars. Often even foods considered “healthy” can contain more than they should, such as breakfast cereals, some types of yoghurt, accompanying sauces. The risk, therefore, is to take in more sugars than expected from your own daily energy requirement, with consequences on the waist and the genital system.
Symptoms
“The main symptomatology of itching is itching, but sometimes the symptom can turn towards a form of burning, discomfort, inflammation or tingling. It can be acute or chronic or it can become recurring. The itch can also be localized in one point or spread over the entire vulva.
By virtue of these reasons, it is good then don’t go blind and use unsuitable products, rather it is better to ascertain the causes and undertake the right therapy.
Remedies
“Itching can be controlled by using gels or creams containing local anesthetics or some suitable detergents, but the actual cure depends on the cause that triggered the itch.
In case of a candida vulvitis it will be advisable to use an antifungal cream, in case of a lichen (ed. a rash consisting of scaly patches formed by red or purple outgrowths) a moisturizer will be needed, while in pregnancy an adequate cleanser will be enough.
Therefore, not all itches are the same and using drugs without medical advice, can worsen the symptoms if an already inflamed area becomes sensitized to the products used. There main recommendation it is therefore to consult a trusted doctor to understand together which is the best way to eliminate the itch.
Meanwhile, for relieve the ailment, you can take advantage of the specific emollient and anti-inflammatory qualities of some plants such as mallow, chamomile, rice starch, aloe, calendula ».
Prevention
«There is no certain and codified strategy to avoid the various vulvar itches or to keep their intensity under control. However, it is possible follow some tips how:
- avoid daily use of panty liners;
- do not use too aggressive detergents for intimate hygiene;
- do not wash the vulva too often;
- wear comfortable clothing;
- use white cotton linen;
- avoid foods too rich in sugars or yeasts ”, concludes the expert.
It is therefore useful tips to prevent intimate itching, as well as inflammation of the bladder, for example cystitis. In general, it is possible to treat this female disorder by first identifying the triggering cause and then following a therapy. All this, on medical advice.
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