Any woman in different periods of life candiscomfort occurs in the vagina, accompanied by itching, burning, increased dryness of the mucous membrane or, conversely, excessive moisture in the area of the external genital organs. This condition has many causes. It occurs, for example, when changing the composition of the vaginal microenvironment during pregnancy, during menopause, but may indicate the presence of a serious illness. In any case, be sure to consult a gynecologist for advice.
Causes of discomfort
If there is discomfort in the vagina, the causesthis may be different. The main is the reception of antibiotics. Such drugs can destroy both beneficial and harmful bacteria. The decrease in the number of positive lactobacilli leads to the fact that the environment in the vagina is no longer acidic, and this provokes the growth of pathogens.
Also, thrush can cause discomfort,caused by a yeast-like fungus Candida. Even if it was possible to get rid of it with the help of drugs, in a vagina discomfort can pester a woman for at least another two months. This is explained by the fact that this organ has not fully recovered after inflammation and there are not enough sufficient lactobacilli in its microflora.
Itching and burning in the vagina is often caused.hormonal disruption. This happens if the level of the female hormone estrogen is significantly reduced. When menopause occurs, vaginal dryness also occurs.
Discomfort in the vagina after intercourse
A rather unpleasant phenomenon, when discomfort arises after an act of love, able to spoil all the fun.The reasons for this may also be different, and you should definitely find out. Do not delay with this, as itching and burning in the vagina are almost always symptoms of an infectious disease that has arisen in the genital area.
Often this condition is conditionally pathogenic.microorganisms, the reproduction of which occurs when various provoking factors occur, which is why inflammation occurs and candidiasis, colpitis, bacterial vaginitis, vulvovaginitis develops. In addition to itching, there is a discharge that has the smell of rotting fish.
Also discomfort in the intimate area after sexualcontact causes causes of a material nature: injuries of the genital organs, acute inflammation, adhesions after operations, tumors. After timely treatment, the discomfort disappears.
Mid cycle selections
Rare discomfort in the vagina is rare.the middle of the cycle: minor bleeding may occur due to oral contraceptives, as well as those women who have established the intrauterine device. In this case, consult a gynecologist.
Bloody leucorrhoea of varying intensity, not associated with menstruation, in most cases indicate the presence of the disease. These may be the following illnesses:
- erosion or cervical cancer;
- endometriosis;
- violation of the menstrual cycle.
This pathological condition also requires urgent treatment to the doctor.
Visit to the gynecologist
Discomfort arising into the vagina, not passinga long time, requires consultation with a doctor. To do this, two days before the visit to the gynecologist you need to refrain from sexual contact. You should also exclude the use of special antibacterial agents for intimate hygiene, replacing them with baby hypoallergenic soap.
During a gynecological examination, the doctortakes a swab from the cervical canal, and to identify the fungus smear is necessary for bacterial culture. Also, a woman should undergo blood tests for bacteria and infections, and stool analysis for worms eggs. In addition, the PAP test for the detection of cancer, ELISA and PCR for the detection of chlamydia, papillomavirus, mycoplasmosis and ureaplasmosis is performed.
Colposcopy and ultrasound may be required.Focusing on the results, the doctor prescribes appropriate treatment, carried out inpatient or outpatient, which will get rid of discomfort in the intimate area.
Treatment
If vaginal discomfort is detected, treatment should be carried out in accordance with the reasons causing it.
This condition is not always provoked.gynecological diseases. The wearing of tight synthetic underwear, severe stress, hypothermia, the use of various hygiene products can lead to this. Also, discomfort can occur after intercourse, if he was too aggressive.
In some cases, for complete recoveryit is enough to eliminate the provoking factor or restore the vaginal microflora with preparations containing lactic acid, as well as bifidobacteria and lactobacilli.
If diseases have been diagnosed,sexually transmitted, the doctor prescribes antibiotics, drugs that increase immunity and normalize the microflora of the vagina and intestines, and also recommends vitamin and physical therapy. Both partners must be treated, by ending sex or using condoms during therapy. To soften the walls of the vagina, intravaginal suppositories are prescribed, such as "Terzhinan", "Ovestin", "Estrokad."
Thrush is well treated with candles, and if discomfort in the vagina is associated with atrophic mucosal changes, estrogen preparations are prescribed.
Folk recipes
Along with traditional treatment, you can use traditional medicine recipes. It can be a variety of herbal infusions and decoctions.
For example, the following is being prepared for douching.solution with anti-inflammatory effect: 1 tbsp. l chamomile or calendula, as well as nettle stir in a glass of boiling water. In the same way, it is possible to dissolve potassium permanganate in 0.5 liters of water to a light pink color and mix with three liters of milk. The resulting fluid should be doused 5 times a day until complete recovery.
However, whether it is worth supplementing treatment with douching is a rather controversial issue, since most gynecologists are against such a procedure because of its shortcomings.
Conclusion
Thus, if originated in the vaginadiscomfort, be sure to visit the doctor, and not to self-medicate. Only a specialist will be able to establish the cause of this condition and prescribe proper treatment, the timely implementation of which will completely eliminate the discomfort in the intimate area.
