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Pruritus vulvae means itching of the vulva. The vulva is the area of skin just outside the vagina. Most women experience a slight vulval itch now and again. However, pruritus vulvae means the itch is persistent, and causes distress. The itch may be particularly bad at night and may disturb your sleep.
The most common reasons for vaginal itching during pregnancy are the normal changes to the vaginal pH levels, which can cause topical irritations. Vaginal yeast infections also are notorious for persistent vaginal itching. And while it's important to note that vaginal itching usually isn't a result of a sexually transmitted infection (STI), it is a potential cause.