What can be done for vaginal itching during pregnancy?
Vaginal pruritus, which increases and decreases from time to time, occurs most often due to disturbing substances, infections, hormonal changes or menopause. Vaginal itching is definitely very irritating and often presents as a painful symptom. From time to time vaginal discharge may be increased or decreased, vaginal itching accompanying vaginal discharge should not be considered normal. As these may indicate various health problems, it is necessary to go to a gynecologist as soon as possible, to learn the factors that cause it and to receive treatment.
Causes Vaginal Itching?
The sensation of severe scratching in the vagina is usually caused by allergic and chemical substances or menopause. While each of these is already unhealthy and problematic, there are many other reasons. Whatever the cause, it is a fact that vaginal itching is painful symptoms. There are many different causes of vaginal itching. These include some skin diseases or sexually transmitted diseases. In the presence of such a reason, it is obvious that treatment should be taken as soon as possible. Although not very common, it is possible to develop vaginal itching in some cases due to stress or vulva cancer. Chemicals, allergic conditions, menopause, skin diseases, sexually transmitted diseases, stress or vulva cancer are all very important and require medical attention.
Because vaginal itching is one of the problems that women encounter from time to time in a very non-violent way, women often don't see it as a cause of concern. In fact, most of these itches are already spontaneous in a few days without any medical intervention. However, if the itching is very severe, affects the daily life of the woman negatively or if there is a more serious underlying health problem, it is very important to consult a doctor, or rather a gynecologist.
How is vaginal itching?
In case of vaginal itching, the doctor can determine the cause of vaginal itching through examination and testing. Based on the results of the tests, this disturbing symptom can be eliminated with treatment.
Vaginal itching during pregnancy
In the event of a vaginal itching during pregnancy, some allergic conditions should first come to mind. In this respect, this situation is more common especially in mothers who have a history of allergy. In addition, vaginitis, ie vaginal yeast infection, may also cause itching. However, if itching is more commonly felt around the anus, problems with hemorrhoids and parasites should be suspected.
Due to hormonal changes during pregnancy, the risk of vulvo vaginal fungi is higher than in non-pregnant women. Redness and edema may occur in the vagina depending on the condition of infection present in the vagina. Although there is no discharge in the itching of every vaginal itch, it is usually accompanied by a white and dark viscous discharge.
What causes vaginal itching during pregnancy?
The same reasons for vaginal itching listed above apply to vaginal itching during pregnancy. However, the risk of vaginal pruritus is higher as the discharge is more due to hormonal changes in pregnancy and the nature of pregnancy. In this context, exposure of the vagina to irritant chemicals can cause vaginal itching during pregnancy. Such skin irritants can trigger an allergic reaction that causes an itchy rash on various parts of the body, including the vagina, and the condition may become even more serious.
Which chemicals cause itching in the vagina?
Soap,
Vagina sprays, which are never recommended for use in pregnancy,
Creams and ointments,
Detergents for washing underwear,
Softeners,
Scented and fragrant toilet paper can cause vaginal itching.
In addition to the reasons listed above, it is a fact that the urine may cause vaginal irritation and pruritus if the expectant mother has diabetes and reproductive tract diseases.
Some skin diseases are the cause of vaginal itching!
Not every skin disease, but some skin diseases, such as eczema and psoriasis, can cause redness and itching in the genital area as in other parts of the body. Eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, is actually a type of skin rash that occurs in people with asthma or allergies. In some women with eczema, this skin rash is red and curved, with a rough texture and may spread to the vagina and cause itching. In such cases, there is a problem that usually causes scaly, itchy, red spots on the scalp and joints. The fact that they spread to the vaginal region also forces the woman seriously. The problem is that a very specific treatment cannot be applied, especially during pregnancy.
Vaginal itching caused by fungal infection
Under normal circumstances, the fungus called candida is a naturally occurring fungus found in the vagina. Candida fungus usually does not cause serious complaints and problems, but if the growth cannot be controlled, an uncomfortable infection can occur. This fungal infection, also known as yeast yeast infection, is a common problem affecting 3 out of 4 women in a certain period of life. Yeast infection usually occurs after a period of antibiotic use. Because antibiotic-type drugs can destroy the good bacteria in the body together with the bad bacteria. However, in order to control the growth of yeasts, extremely good bacteria are needed. In case of excessive growth of yeast in the vaginal region; Itching, burning, and small balls can be disturbing symptoms such as buds.
Bacterial vaginosis can cause vaginal itching!
Bacterial vaginosis is a common problem in women that causes vaginal itching. Like other vaginal yeast infections, bacterial vaginosis is caused by an imbalance between good and bad bacteria in the naturally occurring vagina, and the problem is exacerbated as this imbalance increases. Bacterial vaginosis typically does not always cause symptoms, but when it progresses; vaginal itching and abnormal, smelly discharge. The fungus that causes bacterial vaginosis can sometimes manifest itself as a gray, white foam.
Sexually transmitted diseases can cause vaginal itching during pregnancy!
Everyone, men and women, are at risk in unprotected sexual intercourse. Especially in the case of pregnancy and a single-partner sex life, if possible, should be protected and sexual intercourse should be preferred, and the spouse should avoid relationships with other women. Otherwise, a number of sexually transmitted diseases may be transmitted during pregnancy during unprotected sexual intercourse and may cause itching in the vagina. These diseases; genital warts, gonorrhea, genital herpes, trichomonas vaginitis. These can cause many symptoms, such as green or yellow vaginal discharge and pain when urinating.
Stress can cause vaginal itching during pregnancy!
Stress is a problem that causes many negative symptoms in the body. The physical and emotional stress experienced by the woman can lead to vaginal itching and vaginal irritation. Although not very common, stress weakens the immune system, making the person more prone to itching infections.
Vulva cancer
Vaginal itching is a problem that needs to be intervened and taken into consideration regardless of the cause. Vaginal pruritus, although not very common, is also known to be a symptom of vulva cancer. This type of cancer develops in the vulva, the outer part of the female genital organ, and includes the inner and outer lips of the vagina, the clitoris and the opening of the vagina. Although vulva cancer does not always cause remarkable symptoms in women, itching, abnormal bleeding or pain may occur in the vulva region when symptoms occur.
When should I go to the doctor for vaginal itching?
Vaginal itching is frequently seen at a mild level. However, it may be necessary to see a doctor if there is severe vaginal itching that can disturb a woman's daily life or sleep patterns. While most vaginal itching does not pose a serious problem, a number of treatments by doctors reduce or eliminate the discomfort of vaginal itching. In this respect, vaginal pruritus lasts more than a week or itching; ulcers or blisters on the vulva, pain or tenderness in the genital area, redness or swelling, difficulty urinating, and smelling, viscous discharge with thick consistency should be consulted immediately.
How is vaginal itching treated during pregnancy?
Since pregnancy is a period in which the woman is very sensitive and the baby in her womb is affected by everything, there is controversy as to how to treat vaginal itching like many other health problems. Because the use of medication in pregnancy is not recommended at all. In this context, the treatment of vulvo vaginal yeast infection in pregnancy is also a bit difficult. Because in the case of pregnancy, clinical recovery is slower, and the risk of relapse is definitely higher. One should not forget that; in the presence of such an infection, the spouse must also be treated.
If vaginal itching is detected in the early stages of pregnancy, externally applied creams and ointments can be very effective in alleviating these complaints. Of course, these should be used in the doctor's advice and control. Besides medical treatment; not to wear too tight and tight synthetic undergarments, to keep the vaginal area moist, not dry, never use the cream and tablets applied in the vagina will also work. In the case of vaginal itching after 14 weeks of gestation, medications taken orally with the prescription and prescription of the doctor can also be used.
Advice on prevention of vaginal discharge, pruritus and infection during pregnancy!
Not synthetic, cotton underwear should be preferred,
Underwear should be changed twice a day,
Underwear should be washed with soap powder, not detergent,
Never use tampons,
Excess sugar foods should be avoided because they trigger fungus formation,
Should be protected during sexual intercourse
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