Causes of vaginitis in young girls

Vaginitis in young girls refers to a type of disease that occurs in infants and pre-adolescents and is caused by various causes, resulting in damage to the vulvar skin and vaginal mucosa. So, what are the main causes of vaginitis in young girls?

1. Scratches

Young girls have low estrogen levels and immature vulva development. They lack the protective effect of labia majora and labia minora fat, and the defense effect of pubic hair against microorganisms. They are easily invaded by pathogens. In addition, the skin of the vulva of young girls is particularly thin and tender. If they are injured or even scratched, it is easy to cause vaginitis.

2. Vaginal pH

Under normal circumstances, the pH value of the vagina of adult women is acidic, which has good resistance to various pathogens, while the pH value of the vagina of young girls is neutral, which is suitable for the growth and reproduction of pathogens. This is also a major cause of vaginitis in young girls.

3. Poor hygiene awareness

Children have poor self-hygiene awareness, and it is easy for them to get dirt, sand and other materials into their vagina while playing. They may even put foreign objects such as rubber and glass balls into their vagina out of curiosity. This is quite common in clinical practice. It is a common cause of vaginitis in young girls. Parents should take good care of them, consciously cultivate good hygiene habits in children, and do a good job of cleaning their children, such as changing their underwear and cleaning their vagina frequently.