I have an itchy vulva. Why is this happening and what should I do?
Vulvar pruritus is very common and possible causes are numerous:Acute causes: -vestibulitis-bartholinitis-warts-mycosiqie infection, bacterial or viral infections, including recurrent herpesChronic causes: -lichen sclerosus or plan-seborrheic dermatitis-PsoriasisMore rarely, the lesion may be cancer either non-invasive (Paget's disease, Bowen's disease, Bowenoid papulosis) or invasive (squamous cell carcinoma, melanoma).You should see your doctor for treatment that will relieve the cause (antistaminique, topical corticosteroids, anti-infective or local estrogen).You should also keep up local hygiene and use of lubricants during intercourse.In case of a suspicious lesion, a biopsy may be necessary, and depending on the result,will or will not need a surgical medical- treatment.
Victor Hugo