The article was checked by an obstetrician-gynecologist, Ph.D. Sazonova Yu.M., is for general informational purposes only and does not replace specialist advice. For recommendations on diagnosis and treatment, consultation with a doctor is necessary.
Itching and burning in the intimate area, which occur against a background of redness and inflammation, is the most common reason for visiting a gynecologist and dermatovenerologist. Before starting treatment, specialists at the Yauza Clinical Hospital establish the cause of this discomfort by conducting all the necessary laboratory tests. Etiotropic treatment (aimed at eliminating the cause) usually quickly leads to the elimination of the symptom.
Most often, such complaints arise with the development of vulvovaginitis and contact dermatitis. Itching and burning in the anogenital area not only disrupts an active life, but also contributes to the occurrence of pain during sex, and the appearance of these symptoms in postmenopause is a serious problem for a woman, which can sometimes lead to cancer.
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Causes
In most cases, athlete's foot is diagnosed in men. Cases among children and adolescents are extremely rare.
The causative agent of the disease (fungus) is transmitted through contact and household contact. You can become infected with athlete's foot, for example, in a bathhouse or after using someone else's personal hygiene products.
Factors that provoke the development of the disease include:
- high temperature and humidity of the environment;
- excess weight;
- skin microtraumas;
- increased sweating;
- sedentary lifestyle.
Contagious diseases that cause itching in the groin
First of all, these may be.
Scabies
It is characterized by two-point rashes all over the body. There are most of them in the skin folds, including the inguinal folds. A special symptom is that the skin itches more at night.
Pubic lice
Even a condom does not protect against them, since these insects live in the hair surrounding the genitals. With a careful examination through a magnifying glass, a urologist-venereologist can see them.
Fungi
Most often these are fungi of the genus Candida, transmitted through sexual intercourse. Along with redness and itching in the groin, the man will have inflammation and plaque on the head of the penis, and white discharge from the urethra.
Sometimes irritation in the inguinal folds is caused by ordinary saprophytic skin fungi. The spots in a man's groin will be in the shape of a ring, with swelling of the skin around the edge.
Other sexually transmitted diseases
Chlamydia, ureaplasmosis, and genital herpes occur after sexual intercourse with a sick partner. Unpleasant sensations in the groin are accompanied by pain when urinating and discharge from the urinary canal. The inguinal lymph nodes become denser.
In the photo: fungal rashes
Prevention
To avoid the possibility of inguinal athlete's foot, you need to follow the rules of personal hygiene, especially in saunas and swimming pools. Use a personal towel, washcloth, and underwear.
If a person has suffered this disease, his household items, linen and clothing must be thoroughly disinfected.
If symptoms of inguinal athlete's foot appear, SM-Clinic specialists recommend not delaying going to the doctor and not delaying treatment. You can make an appointment in St. Petersburg by calling the phone number listed on the website.
What causes itching in the intimate area
The causes of itching in the intimate area can be very different - both completely banal and easily correctable, and extremely unpleasant and even dangerous.
Thrush.
In the medical world it is known as candidiasis. And in the women's world - like a harmful fungus that can ruin the mood and all plans for the evening. Often thrush appears simply due to a decrease in immunity or taking antibiotics.
Inflammation.
The main causes of vaginal itching include inflammation. These are conditions such as vulvitis, colpitis, endometritis and many others. In some cases, in addition to itching and burning, a woman is bothered by unusual discharge, nagging pain in the lower abdomen, and menstrual irregularities. If you are familiar with these symptoms, it is extremely important to immediately make an appointment with a doctor who can make the correct diagnosis and prescribe appropriate treatment.
Incorrect care.
This is not only about irregular hygiene procedures or the use of products not intended for this purpose. A common cause of itching in the intimate area in women is improper depilation. In order not to harm sensitive skin, you can steam it before the procedure, for example, by taking a warm bath. Women who prefer classic shaving should remember that they need to change the cassette after 5-7 times of use.
Poorly chosen underwear.
Unfortunately, beautiful underwear does not always bring us the expected comfort in wearing. Panties should accurately follow the contours of the body, not squeeze or tighten the skin. Many doctors, as you know, recommend giving up thongs, but if you are not yet ready to make such sacrifices, then at least replace them with equally seductive Brazilian panties.
Treatment
Treatment of urological problems is a long and scrupulous process. In most cases, only a set of measures can help.
We use methods such as:
- drug treatment;
- physical therapy;
- prostate massage;
- treatment with active oxygen (ozone therapy);
- mud therapy (Dead Sea mud);
- medical and medicinal droppers;
- adjusting the patient’s lifestyle and nutrition;
- development of an individual prevention program;
- monitoring the patient's condition after treatment.
Itchy pubic hair due to fungus
In men, itching in the pubis and groin area is often the result of various pathologies. Often this is a violation of the kidneys or liver. Against this background, excess nitrogenous compounds appear, which are converted into sweat, which causes an unpleasant sensation and a desire to scratch the groin area and pubis. The desire to scratch the pubis and groin area is caused by harmful microorganisms that live in the intestines. To avoid itching, you need to shower daily, and if you additionally exercise or sweat profusely, then several times.
In men, itching in the pubis and groin area is often the result of various pathologies. Often this is a violation of the kidneys or liver. Against this background, excess nitrogenous compounds appear, which are converted into sweat, which causes an unpleasant sensation and a desire to scratch the groin area and pubis. The desire to scratch the pubis and groin area is caused by harmful microorganisms that live in the intestines. To avoid itching, you need to shower daily, and if you additionally exercise or sweat profusely, then several times.
Sex with genital herpes
If a person knows that he is infected with the genital herpes virus, he, due to moral requirements, should not infect sexual partners and warn about this in advance.
During sexual contact, the risk of infection is highest. If there is an oral form, then it is enough to transmit the virus even through kissing or oral sex. In the vaginal form, the virus is transmitted during sexual vaginal contact. If the patient has rashes in the anus and rectum, there is a high risk of infection during anal sex.
A condom does not always guarantee 100% protection, since the rash area includes areas not covered by latex.
If sexual partners decide to take risks consciously, they should first undergo treatment for the virus and discuss the risks with their doctor. During remission, suppression of the source of infection, infection is unlikely.
If sexual contact occurs without the use of protective equipment, it is recommended to use herpferon, a drug that destroys the virus, within the next 1-2 hours.
What tests need to be taken for genital herpes
A reliable diagnosis and identification of the type of herpes can be made through laboratory and diagnostic tests.
The analyzes can be divided into two main groups:
- isolation and identification of the herpes virus from scrapings from ulcers and blisters, from blood and urine;
- determination of antibodies (protective proteins) to the herpes virus in blood serum.
Our laboratory uses a culture method - liquid is taken from herpetic eruptions for examination. She is hooked up to a chicken embryo. By the characteristic lesions of the embryo, one can judge the presence of HSV. The study lasts for two weeks and gives an accurate result about the herpetic nature of the disease.
To determine the type of herpes virus, a proven method is used - polymerase chain reaction. Biomaterial is taken from the rash sites. Within a day or two, a test is carried out, which gives an accurate result of 95-100 percent. The virus can be detected during a relapse. During the period of remission, this method is not used.
Serodiagnosis - the presence of specific antibodies in the blood serum can be determined 4-7 days after infection. After 2-3 weeks the virus reaches its peak. The test gives an idea of the growth of the focus of infection, and also allows you to determine which class of herpes viruses the pathogen belongs to. A similar analysis is carried out twice with an interval of several days.
Itchy pubic hair: pubic lice
Although pubic lice are very often spread between people through sexual contact, they can appear in any person, since they are able to maintain vital functions for 24 hours after they leave the body of their former owner. Lice bites cause a skin reaction and lead to constant itching in the groin area. People with pubic lice may also experience irritation and fatigue.
The telltale visual signs of lice are the insects themselves in the hair, as well as their oval eggs, which are usually located on the bottom of the hair. Both insects and eggs are often difficult to detect with the naked eye and a magnifying glass is usually helpful in seeing them.
Symptoms of the phenomenon
Depending on the cause of the discomfort, other symptoms appear along with the burning sensation:
- redness of the groin and pubic area;
- peeling of the skin;
- swelling of the external genitalia and pubis;
- unpleasant odor;
- vaginal discharge;
- the appearance of small pimples and purulent boils.
Additional symptoms make the situation even worse and may feel like they are causing the excruciating itching. To quickly get rid of such discomfort and stop itching, you need to correctly determine the cause.
Complication of genital herpes
Genital herpes leads to serious consequences. Once in the body, it causes not only skin rashes and itching. It can cause:
- Alzheimer's disease;
- meningitis, inflammation of the membranes of the brain;
- damage to the pelvic nerves;
- miscarriage, fetal death, premature birth;
- damage to organs and systems in a newborn child;
- blindness;
- neuralgic manifestations;
- frequent colds, chronic bronchitis, pneumonia;
- inflammation of the genitourinary system;
- infertility;
- inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract;
- provokes cystitis, vasiculitis, thrush.
Complications of herpes are difficult to treat. The herpes nature of the disease is difficult to diagnose. Sometimes people do not associate these illnesses with herpes infection.
In order to correctly diagnose the causes of the disease, it is recommended to undergo a herpes test.
If herpes appears frequently and in large numbers, this indicates serious disruptions in the immune system. In such cases, you will need the help of an immunologist.
Traditional methods of treatment
The above remedies will help relieve itching
If there are external causes of itching, you should not rub the skin until it bleeds, but try to help yourself.
- Treat acne with a weak solution of potassium permanganate, soda, herbal decoctions, furatsilin, hydrogen peroxide.
- Apply aloe leaves after cutting them to improve the flow of juice. You can apply a gauze strip soaked in aloe juice or Vishnevsky ointment to the inflamed area, securing it with a “breathable” plaster.
- Douche with soda solution (1 teaspoon per liter of water) 3 times a day.
- Take vitamins, royal jelly in capsules or tablets.
- Include more vegetables, fruits, berries, juices in your diet, exclude fast food, fatty foods, and alcohol.
During treatment procedures, do not depilate, because this can only aggravate the discomfort. This does not apply to lice, in which hair removal is the first step in treating the disease.
Itchy pubic hair: tests and studies
If you suspect scabies, you will need to take a scraping. To do this, scrape off the top layer of the skin affected by rashes, scabies mites, and papules. For genital infections, vaginal and urethral discharge are examined. For diagnosis, various methods are used aimed at identifying the pathogen and determining its sensitivity to the effects of drugs.
In the case of candidiasis, smears for candida are examined bacterioscopically and using PCR. If the pathology is provoked by intimate hygiene products, then allergy tests are performed. If herpes is suspected, a smear is taken from the surface of the resulting wound after opening the vesicle, and for treponema pallidum, a smear is taken from the surface of the chancre.
For different pathologies, the timing of testing may vary. Each disease has its own incubation period. If you conduct a study of biomaterial before the first signs of the disease appear, false negative results may be obtained. Therefore, it is better to get tested no earlier than two weeks after possible infection.
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