Many women immediately think "Yeast! The vagina is home to a variety of "good bugs" that keep the "bad bugs" in check. On top of that, products that you apply directly to the skin of the vagina often contain propylene glycol or alcohol, which can drying, which is followed by itching, which is followed by scratching, which is followed by more itching and more scratching and eventually raw skin. Wash with water.

What Causes Itchy Vagina Without Discharge?



Vaginitis - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Vaginal or vulvar itch pruritus vulvae can be both distressing and embarrassing, and more so if it is accompanied by burning, discharge or odor, as is quite often the case. Determining the cause of an itchy vagina is important so as to be able to initiate proper treatment in order to relieve the symptoms and ultimately lead to complete resolution of the condition. Scratching and self-medication changes the appearance of the vaginal surface and diagnosis by clinical examination alone may become difficult. Therefore further tests and investigations will be necessary. It is advisable to see doctor immediately once a persistent vaginal itch before attempting to treat the condition with creams and douches. Bacterial infections are the most common cause of vaginal itching although other allergic and inflammatory causes may also responsible. The close proximity of the vulva to the anus and the warm, moist environment within the vagina makes it prone to infections from bacteria around the anus.


Itchy vagina with a funny smell
From the description of your symptoms, it is possible that you have a vaginal infection known as bacterial vaginosis. This is a common condition, estimated to affect between ten and twenty per cent of women. Changes in the nature and number of organisms within the vagina lead to a reduction in acidity and a consequent increase in the growth of infective bacteria, eg Gardnerella vaginalis. The infection is important, as it may increase the risk of early pre-cancerous changes occurring in the neck of the womb or cervix.



If you have a vagina, then chances are vaginal itching is no mystery to you. What might be an enigma, however, is the intensity of that itching in the evening. So, if you've ever asked yourself, " Why does my vagina itch at night?