Girls and women of any age are prone to this disease. The itching is persistent and also disturbs the sleep. It gives the feeling to scratch all the time. It can lead to burning sensation, soreness, bleeding and skin infections.
Pruritus vulvae itself is considered as a symptom. Many things cause Pruritus vulvae.
Causes of Pruritus vulvae
- Skin diseases.
- Sensitisation of vulval skin.
- Breast-feeding.
- Lichen sclerosis.
- Urinary or fecal incontinence.
Most ignore the pruritus vulvae or itching sensation. There are many natural remedies that you could practice at home.
Home remedies for pruritus vulvae
Apple cider vinegar for Pruritus vulvae
Apple cider vinegar is rich in antibacterial and antifungal properties. It is one of the most common remedies for vaginal and itching. Besides, it maintains an alkaline environment in the vagina. Standard alkaline levels stop the growth and survival conditions of harmful bacteria.
- Boil a cup of hot water and cool it to room temperature or slightly warm.
- Add one tablespoon of apple cider vinegar to this water.
- Rinse the vaginal area with this liquid.
Repeat this 2-3 times in a day.
Drinking water with 2-3 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar also increases the alkaline level in the body. You may drink the liquid twice in a day.
Tea Tree Oil for Pruritus vulvae
Tea tree oil contains antibacterial properties and is very useful in treating yeast infection. It helps a great deal in relieving from vaginal itching that causes the yeast infection.
- Add 4-6 tea tree oil drops to bath and mix it.
- Sit in the bath water for 10 minutes. Repeat this until you get relief from the itching.
- Take aloe vera gel of 1-2 tablespoons and add 4-5 tea tree oil drops to it.
- Mix well and apply it to the affected and surrounding areas.
Neem for Pruritus vulvae
Neem is a traditional and ancient herb in Ayurveda for treating many diseases and infections. It is rich in antifungal and antibacterial properties. It treats vaginal irritation and itching. Neem also relieves from skin conditions like eczema.
- Boil handful of neem leaves in 2-4 cups of water.
- Boil for 5-10 minutes and cool it down.
- Rinse the vaginal area 1 or 2 times in a day.
- Wipe the area after 15-20 minutes.
You can also use neem oil instead of neem leaves. Water can also be replaced with few drops of coconut oil.
Coconut oil for Pruritus vulvae
Coconut oil is a good hydrating agent for dry skin. It also effectively treats infections from yeast by exploding nucleus of a yeast cell. Capric, a caprylic and lauric acid in coconut oil gives it antimicrobial, antifungal and antiviral properties. Caprylic acid breaks the cell membranes. Also, lauric acid boosts the immune system.
- Take 3-4 tablespoons of coconut oil and add it to 6-8 cups of water. Rinse vagina with this water.
- Take few drops of garlic acid, vitamin E oil and add it to coconut oil. Apply the mixture to the vaginal area.
- You can also directly apply the coconut oil to a vaginal area several times in a day.
Consuming and adding it to diet coconut oil is also very effective.
Salt water bath for Pruritus vulvae
Salt stops and controls the growth of microbes. It helps in relieving from infections of microbes that are responsible for itching and discomforts.
- Take one tablespoon of salt water, add it to salt water and rinse thoroughly. Wash vagina with this liquid for instant relief.
- Fill bathtubs with water. Add ½ cups of salt to the water. Sit in the squat position for 10-15 minutes for 2-3 times in a day.
Do not use salt if there is a skin tear or open sore.
Cold compress
A cold compress is one of the best remedies for itching. It helps in numbing and reducing itching and inflammations.
- Take few ice cubes and wrap it in a clean cloth.
- Apply the ice pack on vagina for few minutes, take a break for a minute and reapply it
It will also give instant relaxation and relief.
Kefir
Kefir is a fermented dairy product with probiotic properties. It contains Lactobacillus, Bifidus, and other good bacteria. It helps in getting rid of yeast, harmful bacteria that cause infections and itching. Also, it relieves from itching and other symptoms.
- Dip a tampon in kefin.
- Now insert the tampon in the vagina for 2 hours. Do this twice in a day until you get the relief.
Drinking kefir also boosts the immune system and prevents from infections.
Using clean and fresh undergarments and keeping the vaginal area hygienic is a must.
Conclusion:
People may ignore the symptoms or do not want to show it to a doctor. The reason may be time or inconvenience. Also, most of them do not talk about this to family or friends.
In this case, the home mentioned above remedies are the best option. You could practice this at your home alongside your daily activities without wasting any time.
