Itchy Vulva

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Yukiko Ueda

Yukiko Ueda, MD (Dermatology)

Dr. Ueda graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine and trained at the University of Tokyo Medical School. She is currently a clinical assistant professor at the Department of Dermatology, Jichi Medical University, and holds several posts in the dermatology departments at Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Komagome Hospital, University of Tokyo, and the Medical Center of Japan Red Cross Society.

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Content updated on Jan 4, 2023

About the symptom

An itch around the anus and genitals that is persistent and often severe and uncomfortable. It could be due to infection, allergies or poor hygiene.

When to see a doctor

Seek professional care if you experience any of the following symptoms

  • Increase in vaginal discharge

  • Intermenstrual bleeding

Possible causes

  • Atrophic vaginitis

    A condition where the vaginal surface becomes dry and thin. This is commonly seen after menopause, due to a decrease in female hormone levels. Symptoms include itching and painful intercourse.

  • Candida vulvovaginitis

    This is a fungal infection by Candida that affects the vaginal area. Candida normally exists on skin and vaginal linings with no issues. An infection occurs when the skin or vaginal lining changes in character such that it promotes an overgrowth of Candida. People with weakened immune systems or who are on birth control pills may be at increased risk.

  • Descent of uterus / uterine prolapse

    Protrusion of the uterus (womb) outside of the body. This happens when the muscles and tissues that support the womb become weakened (e.g. after repeated childbirths, aging), allowing the womb to drop out.

  • Bacterial vaginosis
  • Crab louse
  • Trichomoniasis
  • Vaginitis
  • Masturbation

  • Genital herpes
  • Condyloma Acuminatum

Questions your doctor may ask about this symptom

Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this symptom

  • Do you have any itch in and around your vagina?

  • Does the vaginal discharge smell worse recently?

  • Do you have a thick white vaginal discharge like cottage cheese or yogurt?

  • Do you have pain in your genital area?

  • Are you experiencing mental stress or physical exhaustion?

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Reviewed By:

Yukiko Ueda

Yukiko Ueda, MD (Dermatology)

Dr. Ueda graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine and trained at the University of Tokyo Medical School. She is currently a clinical assistant professor at the Department of Dermatology, Jichi Medical University, and holds several posts in the dermatology departments at Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Komagome Hospital, University of Tokyo, and the Medical Center of Japan Red Cross Society.

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