How to stop itching down there after period?

Blood, sweat, friction, pads, liners, wipes, and fragranced washes can irritate delicate external skin. Scratching then creates more inflammation. Itching can also occur with a Skin Yeast Infection or Contact Dermatitis; conditions such as Atopic Dermatitis, Psoriasis, Lichen Planus, Scabies, Hives, or Asteatotic Eczema may affect nearby skin. The timing after a period does not identify the cause by itself.

Wash the outside with lukewarm water or a mild fragrance-free cleanser, then pat dry. Wear loose cotton underwear, change out of damp clothing, and avoid douching, deodorant sprays, scented pads, and new laundry products. A cool compress over clothing may soothe the itch. Avoid inserting creams or using antifungal treatment unless a clinician or pharmacist has helped match the product to your symptoms, because the wrong treatment can delay diagnosis or irritate the skin.

Seek prompt medical care for severe swelling, intense pain, blisters, open sores, unusual bleeding, fever, pelvic pain, or difficulty passing urine. Arrange a visit when itching lasts beyond the period, returns repeatedly, or comes with unusual discharge, odour, burning, or pain during sex. An examination may include inspection and a swab when infection is possible.

Could a pad, cleanser, medicine, or laundry product be irritating me? Do I need testing for yeast or another infection? Which product is safe for external skin, and what should I avoid until the cause is clear?