Pregnant women have relatively low physical resistance, and due to the needs of pregnancy, various aspects of daily life are subject to certain restrictions. After pregnancy, the body will undergo significant changes, and the secretion in the genital area will increase compared to before. Sometimes, if not taken care of properly, it can easily cause bacterial growth, leading to some discomfort symptoms. So, what should be done if the external genitalia is dry and itchy during pregnancy?
During pregnancy, dryness and itching of the external genitalia may be caused by insufficient vaginal hygiene. Pregnant women should clean their genitals properly under the guidance of a doctor, keep them clean and dry, wear comfortable cotton underwear, and have a light and nutritious diet. Do not eat too much greasy and stimulating food. After a period of care, see if there is any improvement.
Vaginal dryness may be caused by hormones in the body. It is recommended that pregnant women replenish water regularly to keep the vagina moist and improve dryness symptoms. Although this is a normal physiological phenomenon, the possibility of vaginitis cannot be ruled out. If there are abnormal vaginal discharge or other conditions, it is necessary to go to the hospital for examination in a timely manner.
Some pregnant women pay too much attention to the hygiene of the genital area, so they will frequently use cleaning solutions. However, this is actually not good, as it can lead to dysbiosis of the external genital flora, making it easy for bacteria to invade and making itching more severe. Sometimes when sleeping at night, the itching in the genital area becomes more pronounced, which can also reduce the quality of sleep for pregnant women.
