Itching of the external genitalia is a frequent and rather unpleasant phenomenon. It occurs more often in women, and there are many reasons for this.
Genital itching in women
Diseases of the genitourinary system, irritation of the mucosa due to secretions from the vagina or uterus, urine, etc. can cause unpleasant itching.
Diseases of the endocrine system can also cause discomfort. This, for example, diabetes, hyperthyroidism, blood ailments.
Well and, of course, nerves. Various stressful situations, fear, worries, family squabbles can cause itching. The influence of an external factor is not excluded, such as: allergen, cold, mechanical or chemical irritation, infection, poor hygiene.
Genital itching in women often occurs due to diseases such as thrush (candidiasis) or vulvovaginitis. More often this applies to young girls. After 40 years, you should look for the cause already in the pathologies of the internal organs, all kinds of chronic diseases. But in the period of menopause, it appears due to a deficiency of female sex hormones.
Genital itching in women can be different in nature: constant or periodic, intense, painful, barely noticeable ... Discomfort by night usually intensifies. Often, itching causes a woman to itch, which provokes injuries to the mucous membrane and subsequent inflammation, which further intensifies unpleasant sensations.
Itching, burning of the genitals in men
Men like this incident is almost unfamiliar. Those rare cases of itching that happen can have the following nature of origin:
- Prostatitis.
- Vesiculitis.
- Candidiasis of the head of the penis.
- Poor hygiene.
- An allergic reaction to creams, ointments, contraceptive drugs partner.
Genital itching and burning: treatment
Of course, persistent itching, burning, discomfort in the genital area require consultation with a gynecologist or with specialists such as a urologist or dermatologist. You may need to visit an endocrinologist, infectious disease specialist, psychiatrist, etc. for an accurate diagnosis.
Genital itching treatment involves a comprehensive, aimed at combating the root cause. For example, candidiasis is treated by removing local inflammation. If it is not possible to establish the cause, then female hormones are prescribed for menopause, anti-inflammatory and painkillers for diabetes, blockade of novocaine.
Locally, you can use baths of chamomile, ointments or creams with anesthetic properties and with the content of male and female hormones. You should lead a healthy lifestyle, eat right and wash more often.
In men, the fight against genital itching should begin with treatment of prostatitis, if it is the cause. Take drugs to relieve inflammation from the glans penis should only be prescribed by a doctor. If allergy is the culprit of the itch, then antihistamines should be used. You must not forget to keep your own body clean, start eating, excluding foods that contribute to the appearance of such a problem, quit smoking and stop drinking alcohol. Such measures will restore immunity, and it plays a big role in human life!