There are several complaints that may be felt by pregnant women , one of which is vaginal itching. Yes Moms, this condition certainly causes discomfort. Not to mention, you might be worried that this condition can affect pregnancy and the baby in the womb.
So, actually, is it dangerous if pregnant women often feel itching in the vagina?
According to the Obstetrics and Gynecology Specialist, Dr. Shanty Olivia Febrianti Jasirwan, SpOG, vaginal itching during pregnancy is actually a condition experienced by many women. In most cases, itching that appears in the vagina, is not something dangerous. If you do not feel any irritation or infection, the condition is normal due to hormonal changes during pregnancy.
“We make sure there is an irritation or not, there is an infection or not, it must be confirmed first, before we think this is something normal. So during pregnancy it is due to hormonal changes such as estrogen and progesterone. If for example they are all absent, there is no irritation. leucorrhoea, fungus and others are only hormonal influences, “said Dr. Shanty when contacted by MOM coil, Tuesday (5/5).
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Furthermore, Dr. Shanty explained the most common cause of vaginal itching during pregnancy , namely changes in pH levels that can cause irritation. In addition, it is possible that itching appears due to a yeast infection in the vagina.
“Fungal infections tend to increase during pregnancy, because there are also hormonal changes in the body,” he said.
Although it is common, itching in the vagina should not be underestimated by pregnant women. Moreover, if the itching is accompanied by pain and often there is a burning sensation during urination, nausea, and fever. Because, it shows symptoms of urinary tract infections or UTI.
Yes Moms, if you find that condition, immediately consult with an obstetrician. UTI problems should not be considered trivial because they can adversely affect the health of pregnant women and fetuses.
“This UTI can continue until after giving birth, but it can also disappear on its own,” he said.
So, is there any way you can do to prevent itching during pregnancy?
To overcome this, there are several steps you can take. How, according to Dr. Shanty is to diligently change her underwear, and dry her vagina after urinating or defecating. If you want to wash your vagina with special soap, you should use what has been recommended by your obstetrician, Moms.
“Choose a vaginal wash that has a low pH, avoid moisturizing the vagina,” he concluded.
