Itching and irritations anywhere in the body can give you discomfort, but when it occurs in the vagina which is the most sensitive part of women’s body it can be uncomfortable, especially when you are exposed to the public daily. You have to be aware of vaginal itching because this can mean symptoms of infection in the vagina area. Consult a doctor before it gets worse.
Here are some few general facts or causes about vaginal itching and irritations
There are several causes for vaginal itching and irritations
Bacterial viganosis. Your vagina has lots of healthy bacteria which can help you fight the harmful bacteria. Wrong bacteria can therefore cause infection. Bacterial Viganosis are inflammation, burning and smelly discharge. If you have any of these symptoms you know it is bacterial viganosis. But it is still recommended to consult a doctor.
Sexually transmitted disease or STD. STD is Chlamydia, herpes, genital warts and trichomoniasis. These types of STDs can also cause itching and inflammation to your vagina.
Yeast Infection or known for vaginal candidasis. Yeast infection can occur when the yeast grows excessively in the vagina and vulva. Most pregnant women can easily get yeast infection they are more prone to vaginal irritation than women who are not pregnant. You can spot yeast infection if you have white, cheesy and smelly discharge. You can cure yeast infection with antibiotics that your doctor can prescribe.
Chemical irritants, a number of chemicals substances such as soap and creams or even condoms can cause vaginal itching. Use vaginal soap to wash your vaginal rather than scented toilet soaps that can have a lot of alcohol content and perfume which can irritate your sensitive vagina skin.
How can you treat vaginal itching and irritations?
For STDs you have to get antibiotics to kill the bacteria in your vagina. A follow up check up after taking antibiotics is a must to know if the bacteria are gone for good.
For yeast infections, they can be treated with natural remedies or anti fungal medications. Most fungal medications are inserted into the vagina in a form of suppositories or they can be taken orally. Medicines for yeast infection can be bought over the counter and need no prescriptions from your physician.
You can get lot treatments and prescribed medicines from your doctor but sometimes treatments fail to heal the vaginal irritations. For women who are probe to yeast infection easily you have to talk to your doctor to identify the cause of yeast infection and for regular treatment. There are natural remedies you can use but if your vaginal irritations keeps coming back it is time to visit the doctor.
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