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Why does my vagina itch *days* before my period?

Have you ever noticed your vagina starts to itch a few days before your period…? Could it be a yeast infection? Maybe, maybe not. Many menstruating humans experience vaginal itching in different stages of their menstrual cycle. Remember, the menstrual cycle lasts ~28 days, having different functions in each stage, and every uterus is different! But why is it so common for people to experience that deadly itch before menstrual bleeding?

It could be many reasons, but it always links back to vaginal pH levels. A normal pH level for your vagina ranges from 3.5-4.5, which means it is acidic. If your pH levels are higher than 7, it is considered alkaline, which means your pH levels are too high and infection has risen. You’ve heard it before, and you’ll hear it again – your vagina is a self-cleaning oven, which means it doesn’t need any scented soaps or creams (that will mess with your pH balance) to get clean. 

Is it yeast infection?

Yeast infections, also known as candidiasis, occur when there is an overgrowth of the Candida fungus in the body. While Candida is naturally present in various parts of the body, such as the mouth, intestines, and genital area, an overgrowth can lead to uncomfortable symptoms and complications. Symptoms like itching, burning sensation, redness, swelling, and abnormal vaginal discharge that is typically thick, white, and odorless. Learn more how to detect yeast infection and how to treat it from our blog. 

Hormones also play a key role in your itchy vagina

Your vagina experiences a decrease of estrogen levels during the start of your period (the follicular phase). This change in estrogen is making your vaginal wall go all kinds of crazy, causing the vaginal wall to thin, increase inflammation, and create more acid in your vagina. Guess what? Yeast loves acidity, which could be one of the reasons why you feel itchy down there.

Aside from itching, many people also experience stinging and irritating sensations just days before or during their period. They could be experiencing cyclic vulvovaginitis. 

We’ll elaborate.

Cyclic vulvovaginitis

Cyclic vulvovaginitis refers to the recurrent burning *and itching* happening down there before or during menstrual bleeding. It could mean that your vagina is experiencing intense burning, stinging, and overall irritation due to candida infection. How lovely does this sound? Just when you thought things couldn’t get worse, don’t even THINK about having sexual intercourse – your vaginal walls will scream Bloody Mary.

Are you boiling your menstrual cup before and after every cycle?

If you want to prevent your vagina from getting a yeast infection or other unwanted cause for itch, you've got to make sure you're boiling your menstrual cup consistently and cleaning it properly! Our Lunette Cup Cleanser not only cleans your cup, but it doesn't have any harsh chemicals that will mess with your pH levels! It's a win-win situation.

So how can we treat an itchy vagina, especially before menstruation?

Hopefully you don’t always experience discomfort before or during your period, but if you do, there are many ways to prevent itchiness and keep your pH levels balanced. Raw probiotic pills are a vagina’s best friend. Eating probiotic-rich foods such as yogurt, kimchi, sauerkraut, tempeh, or miso can also make a great impact. Let’s not forget about cranberry juice – that stuff is full of acidic compounds that will fight off bacteria and keep your vagina happy. Also, tight, synthetic underwear can suffocate your vagina and create moisture, so remember to let it breathe. It's important to clean your vulva (external area) with lukewarm water or products that are meant for the delicate genital area, like Lunette Intimate Wipes or patented Lunette Intimate Cleanser.

If you’re eating healthy, exercising, cleaning your cup right, and taking care of yourself, then you're doing it right!

46 comments on Why does my vagina itch *days* before my period?

  • Lunette Menstrual Mentor
    Lunette Menstrual MentorNovember 27, 2023

    Hey Zandi!

    You can try to prevent itchiness, by keeping your pH levels balanced. Maybe try eating probiotic-rich foods such as yogurt, kimchi, sauerkraut, tempeh, or miso to make a great impact. Cranberry juice is an absolute must – to fight off bacteria and keep your vagina happy. Also, tight, synthetic underwear can suffocate your vagina and create moisture, so remember to let it breathe! ;)

    Sometimes itchiness can also be caused by different underwear or menstrual products, especially if its always happening around your periods. Maybe you could look into alternative materials or products. Especially switching to a menstrual cup (if you are using pads or tampons) may help with the itching.

    Also Lunette Intimate Cleanser is a great product for the pH balance of your intimate area!

    Best,
    Team Lunette

  • Zandi
    ZandiNovember 27, 2023

    Itching of vagina before I get my periods or during my periods .what can I use , drink or eat to end this ?

  • Lunette Menstrual Mentor
    Lunette Menstrual MentorAugust 01, 2023

    Hi Alex!

    If you get the right treatment for a yeast infection, it should help you right away and not get worse before it gets better. It could also be that you have been misdiagnosed, if you got medicine for yeast infection but maybe you might have bacterial vaginosis?

    Maybe you might be using a cleanser that causes some allergy for you, or could the medicine be unsuitable.

    Good that you have already gone to the doctor, but generally if you are worried, I would recommend consulting a doctor again. Please keep in mind that we are no medical professionals and therefore cannot make a remote diagnosis. Only a medical professional can make the necessary examinations.

    -Team Lunette

  • Lunette Menstrual Mentor
    Lunette Menstrual MentorAugust 01, 2023

    Hi Kiran!

    To prevent itchiness, try to keep your pH levels balanced. Maybe try eating probiotic-rich foods such as yogurt, kimchi, sauerkraut, tempeh, or miso to make a great impact. Cranberry juice is an absolute must – to fight off bacteria and keep your vagina happy. Also, tight, synthetic underwear can suffocate your vagina and create moisture, so remember to let it breathe! ;) 

    -Team Lunette

  • Kiran
    Kiran August 01, 2023

    Hi my virgins starts iching before my period starts, how to get rid of itching

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