What Causes Pruritus Vulvae?

It may be caused by vaginal infections, vulvitis, HPV (human papilloma virus) infection, anal incontinence, Bowen's disease, or dietary irritants (caffeine, potatoes, chilli, capsicum, tomatoes, and peanuts). Treatment with antibiotics can lead to a yeast infection and irritation of the vulva.

How is pruritus Vulvae treated?

In patients with persistent, idiopathic vulvar pruritus, as a rule the following treatment option should be considered: Local cooling. Evening dosing of an antihistamine, e.g. hydroxyzine (10, 17) Anticonvulsants, in the form of gabapentin (2)

What is a common cause of pruritus?

Pruritus, or itch, is most commonly associated with a primary skin disorder such as xerosis, atopic dermatitis, drug eruption, urticaria, psoriasis, arthropod assault, mastocytosis, dermatitis herpetiformis, or pemphigoid.