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Last updated on July 26th, 2018 at 04:36 pm<\/p>

Question: Why is vulva itching worst at night? Are there home remedies for itching of the private part?<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

For most women, itching of any part of the body, especially the private area, is due to an infection. If you have itching down there and you are worried, you shouldn’t<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

First of all, vulvar itching is not a serious medical issue, and it is possible that you do not have an infection. Women who use different products (detergents, creams, vaginal douching, perfumes, scented soaps) on their private part may irritate the vagina and cause itching.<\/p>\n

Vaginal itching due to irritation of the vulva can easily be prevented. This means you have to be proactive and entirely avoid these products that make you feel uncomfortable down there.<\/p>\n

Having said that, vulvar itching may be due to an underlying medical issue, and in some cases, you will need to see your doctor for urgent help.<\/p>\n

Serious causes of vulvar itching are yeast infection, sexually transmitted diseases, bacterial vaginosis, advanced age more than 40 – 50 year, stress, and vulva cancer.<\/p>\n

Vaginal yeast infection is one of the common culprits why you feel an uncontrollable itching sensation at your private area. It is caused by excessive growth of fungi at your vagina and affects about 75 percent of women.<\/p>\n

While yeast infection may readily be treated with over the counter medications, vaginal itching may be due to other serious health issues. Therefore, its best to see your doctor.<\/p>\n

What to expect from your doctor?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

While planning to inform your doctor of your itching, you must be ready to answer his questions. Here are some questions you will be asked.<\/p>\n

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  1. When did you notice vaginal itching?<\/li>\n
  2. Is there any change in the color of your vaginal discharge?<\/li>\n
  3. Do you use irritant like perfumes, sprays or wash your vagina with a douche?<\/li>\n
  4. Do you have multiple sexual partners?<\/li>\n
  5. Is there any change to the surrounding vaginal skin?<\/li>\n
  6. Do you have pain in your lower abdomen?<\/li>\n
  7. Any fever, body weakness, vomiting, and back pain?<\/li>\n
  8. Do you feel pain while urinating?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    This article explains causes of vulva itching, home remedies, and prevention tips.<\/p>\n

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    <\/span>What causes vulva itching worst at night?<\/span><\/h2>\n

    If you are experiencing mild, moderate or severe itching of your vulva area, here are the main reason its happening.<\/p>\n

    <\/span>1.\u00a0 Yeast infection<\/span><\/h3>\n

    Yeast infection is caused by fungi called Candida albicans\u00a0and naturally cohabits with other organisms in your vagina. If there is any change in vaginal balance and overgrowth of fungi, it causes a yeast infection<\/p>\n

    \"vulvovaginal-candidiasis\"<\/a>Fungi overgrowth can happen after taking broad-spectrum antibiotics. Other causes are birth control pill, pregnancy, vaginal douching, use of vaginal irritants and women who already have a weakened immune system (diabetes, HIV infection).<\/p>\n

    If you have a yeast infection, vaginal itching is a common symptom. Other symptoms are vaginal soreness, redness, and burning sensation at the vulva. You may also feel pain while urinating with a thick clumpy vaginal discharge.<\/p>\n

    <\/span>What can I do for a yeast infection?<\/span><\/h4>\n

    Yeast infection can be treated with over the counter medications. You can also apply creams or use suppositories. Drug include clotrimazole or oral fluconazole.<\/p>\n

    Taking medications on your own is never recommended especially during pregnancy. Please talk to your OB\/GYN for safe medication. For example, taking oral fluconazole is unsafe during pregnancy.<\/p>\n

    <\/span>2.\u00a0 Skin irritants<\/span><\/h3>\n

    Like already mentioned, using vaginal sprays or other products inside or outside your vagina can cause itching. These irritants cause allergic reactions that make you want to scratch down there.<\/p>\n

    Avoiding vaginal creams, bubble baths, vaginal douching, scented tissue paper, or topically applied contraceptives will prevent itching.<\/p>\n

    <\/span>3.\u00a0 Bacterial vaginosis<\/span><\/h3>\n

    Bacterial vaginosis can cause itching of the private part. This happens if there is an imbalance of organisms in your vagina.<\/p>\n

    Bacteria cells, lactobacillus, are the safe bacteria in the vagina and help protect infections. If these bacteria are destroyed, it allows infection to occur.<\/p>\n

    Symptoms of bacterial vaginosis are<\/p>\n