Why is the vulva itchy and red?

What causes itchy and red vulva?

Vulvar itching and swelling may be caused by vulvovaginal Candida vaginitis or acute cervicitis, which can be treated by taking medication.

1. Vulvovaginal Candida vaginitis: Vulvovaginal Candida vaginitis is also known as candidal vaginitis. Candidal vaginitis is a common vulvovaginitis caused by Candida, which is commonly known as mold. The main symptoms are vulvar itching, redness and swelling, burning pain, increased vaginal secretions, etc. Patients are prone to recurrent attacks, affecting their daily life and physical and mental health. Under the guidance of a doctor, you can take nystatin tablets, fluconazole tablets, etc. for treatment, you can also use clotrimazole suppositories, miconazole nitrate cream, etc. for external use.

2. Acute cervicitis: It is a common inflammation of the female lower reproductive tract. Most patients present with increased vaginal discharge accompanied by odor, vulvar itching, redness and swelling, vaginal congestion and other symptoms. It can be treated with azithromycin tablets, minocycline hydrochloride capsules, ofloxacin tablets and other drugs under the guidance of a doctor.

Patients with vulvar itching and redness need to pay attention to personal hygiene, clean the vagina frequently, change into clean underwear every day, eat less spicy and irritating food, and maintain a happy mood.