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It’s common for your vagina to feel a little itchy from time to time. This could be due to environmental changes, the products you’re using, or the changing levels of acidity and bacteria inside the vagina.
Sometimes, however, discharge and itching could be a sign that you have an infection that needs to be treated.
If you’re experiencing vaginal discomfort, talk to your healthcare provider (HCP), says Arunachalam Jothivijayarani, MD, an OBGYN in Bradenton, Florida. “Many people don’t discuss vaginal discomfort with their doctor, maybe because they’re a little bit shy,” she adds.
Here are common causes of vaginal itching, and what you can do about it.
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