The redness and swelling of the vulva during the first period (i.e., menstruation) may be caused by allergy to sanitary napkins or vulvodynia, and different treatments need to be taken for different reasons.
1. Allergy: After the appearance of sanitary napkin allergy, you should stop using it, the first thing to do is to avoid allergens, if you use a certain kind of sanitary napkin before will produce an allergic reaction, you can replace a kind of sanitary napkin again. Usually when buying sanitary napkins, it is best not to choose products containing flavored ingredients, it is likely to aggravate the problem of allergies in the private parts.
2. Vulvovaginitis: vulvovaginitis is a common symptom of vulvar redness, swelling, itching, pain, etc., you need to keep the local clean and dry, if the symptoms continue to be unrelieved, it is recommended that the patient go to the hospital in a timely manner.
Women should pay attention to personal hygiene during menstruation, keep the vulva clean and dry, and avoid scratching with hands. Choose loose and breathable underwear. If the symptoms persist, consult a doctor in time and do not self-medicate to avoid delaying the condition.