Associated symptoms | Itching in the vagina

Associated symptoms

Many diseases of the vagina manifest themselves by a change in the natural discharge. In medical terminology, this increased discharge is also called fluorine vaginalis. A crumbly, white discharge often accompanies a vaginal mycosis.

The greasy, solid discharge is also often accompanied by an unpleasant odor. In connection with vaginal itching, there is a strong suspicion of a fungal infection. Another cause of vaginal itching and an increased and altered discharge is bacterial vaginosis.

It is characterized by a very thin, whitish and increased discharge. The discharge typically has a fishy odor, which is why the disease is also called amine colpitis. A frothy green effluent with an unpleasant odor is found in the so-called trichomonas colpitis.

This infection of the vagina is caused by the bacterium Trichomonas vaginalis and in some cases is also accompanied by itching. An oestrogen deficiency, which mainly affects women in the menopause, also leads to excruciating itching of the vagina. However, estrogen deficiency is typically accompanied by vaginal dryness and reduced vaginal discharge.

Burning in the vagina often occurs together with or as a result of itching. As with itching, common causes are infection with fungi, bacteria, viruses or parasites. Incorrect intimate hygiene or allergies can also be the cause of vaginal burning.

Sometimes these pathogens can be transmitted through sexual intercourse, but sometimes they are also part of the normal vaginal flora and proliferate excessively if there is an imbalance. This imbalance can be caused by a change in the pH value (normal: 3.8- 4.4), destruction of important bacteria or changes in the discharge, thus increasing the risk of infection. A typical symptom is a burning sensation in the vagina when infected with trichomonads.

The burning sensation typically increases during sexual intercourse. Often sexual intercourse is not possible because of the burning sensation (dyspareunia). Infection with a vaginal mycosis is also often characterized by simultaneous itching and burning of the vagina, as well as a burning sensation when urinating.

Due to the pain, wearing tight clothes or sitting for long periods of time can be very uncomfortable. Itching and burning are also typical symptoms of bacterial vaginosis. The clinical pictures can be distinguished from each other by additional examinations, such as vaginal swabs. Only a treatment of the cause can alleviate the symptoms. Treatment attempts with household remedies should be avoided at all costs, as they can only cause additional damage to the affected vaginal milieu.