Prevention And Treatment For Vaginal Itching

Treatment For Vaginal Itching

If you are having vaginal itching, it is best you consult a healthcare professional before you start any treatment. As the treatment needed will depend on the underlying cause of the problem.

Vaginal Yeast Infection

This is treated with antifungal medication, which can be inform of cream, ointments, pills taken orally or suppositories. They can be bought over the counter and are to be taken under prescription.

Sexually Transmitted Diseases And Bacterial Vaginosis.

These can be treated with antibiotics, antiparasitic or antiviral. It advised that the individual should abstain from sexual intercourse and also take the medication regularly.

Menopause

Vaginal itching as a result of menopause may be treated with estrogen cream, vaginal moisturizer, tablets, or a vaginal ring insert.

Other forms of vaginal itching can resolve on their own. Steroid creams and lotions can be used to reduce inflammation and discomfort.

Also the discomfort caused be vaginal itching can be reduced by;

• Placing a cold compress, such as a washcloth, on the labial area can help with discomfort
• Taking a sitz bath with water covering the genital and rectal areas

Ways To Prevent Vagina Itching

The following preventive measures can be used to reduce the risk of vaginal itching and irritation. These includes;

1. Keep your genital area clean by using warm water and a gentle cleanser.
2. Avoid using scented soaps, lotions and bubble baths. To wash the genital area, use just water to rinse.
3. Don’t wash more than once a day, doing so can increase dryness.
4. Wear cotton panties (no synthetic fabrics), and change your underwear every day.
5. Wear loose-fitting clothing, cotton underwear during the day, and no underwear while sleeping to help your vagina breathe.
6. Don’t apply hygiene sprays, fragrances, or powders near the vagina
7. Avoid douches, because they eliminate healthy bacteria that help fight infections
8. Eat yogurt with live cultures to reduce the chance of getting yeast infections
9. Change out of wet or damp clothing right after swimming or exercising
10. Use condoms during sexual intercourse to help prevent sexually transmitted diseases.
11. Avoid sexual intercourse until your symptoms improve.
12. Always wipe from front to back after using the toilet
13. Keep your blood glucose under control if you have diabetes
14. Use pads instead of tampons (cotton or other absorbent material) if you have an infection
15. Avoid scratching as you can further irritate the area.

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