Now I do realize this would be a very small amount of blood, but I'm just curious. Yes, there are health risks associated with ingesting or being exposed to menses, because this is both fluid sharing and also blood sharing, even though menses is more than just blood.
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1 Do activities that distract you from the itching during the day and make you tired enough to sleep at night. 2  Try over-the-counter oral antihistamines such as diphenhydramine (Benadryl). Be aware of possible side effects such as drowsiness.  Try over-the-counter hydrocortisone cream on itchy areas.