Question 1

why is my vagina itchy?

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Exam!: There are many possible causes of vaginal itching, including irritating chemicals, yeast infection, skin diseases such as eczema, sexually transmitted diseases, stress &amp; cancer. I therefore suggest you get examined at a medical clinic as soon as possible. I wish you well with your health!

Question 2

why is the inside of my vagina so itchy?

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Depends: Vaginal itching can be due to yeast, vaginal atrophy, allergic reactions, chemical irritations, and a number of other causes.  If you have a persistent problem, see your doctor.

Question 3

what does it mean when a vagina is itchy?

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Yeast, allergy, lice: You can have an external yeast infection without significant discharge. If that's what it is, it would respond to Clotrimazole 1% cream. But it's also common to have allergic reactions in that area. Antihistamines and steroid creams would help with that. If you might have acquired pubic lice - see a doctor for confirmation and treatment.

Question 4

the outside of my vagina is getting itchy?

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Itchy: Very well could be vaginitis or another type of infection. See you doc so it can be treated properly and quickly.

Question 5

im itchy in the vagina what could have caused?

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Vaginal itch: Vaginal discharge requires an examination to determine the cause and treatment. Bacterial vaginosis is the most common cause and often has a vaginal odor. Vaginal itching can be a sign of a yeast infection. Sometimes vaginal discharge can be a sign of a sexual transmitted infection. Testing is important to determine the treatment and keep you and your partner safe.

Question 6

why do i sometimes get itchy around my vagina?

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May be yeast : The only way to know what this is is to be examined by your doctor. It may be a yeast infection. If an over the counter yeast medication solves the problem then most likely that's all it was. Other possibilities include lichen sclerosis, lichen simplex chronicus, allergic reactions and psoriasis. Schedule a visit.

Question 7

my vagina is very dry and itchy what should i do ?

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Yeast?: You may have a vaginal yeast infection which is the most common cause of itching. Yeast creams are available over the counter. If it does not get better with yeast medication then   you will need to see a doctor to determine if something else is causing it.

Question 8

why is my vagina itchy? i dont have other symptoms?

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Vaginal itching: Several possibilities, but yeast infection is the most common cause of vaginal itching. Contrary to common belief, vaginal yeast doesn't cause odor and usually only scant discharge or none. You can try an OTC vaginal anti-yeast treatment -- look for active ingredient ending in "azole" (clotrimazole, miconazole, etc). All are equally effective -- choose the cheapest. See doctor if it doesn't work.

Question 9

should you be worried if your vagina is itchy and then it swells up?

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That is not normal: If you have a change in color, texture, odor or amount of vaginal discharge ; problems such as pain, itching burning with urination or sex or redness/swelling  then it is best to see your gynecologist for evaluation ; accurate assessment.

Question 10

my vagina has moderately itchy for the past two days. what could be wrong?

Accepted Answer

Pruritis: Could be a yeast infection. See your doctor for a treatment recommendation.

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