May require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty and 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
Women in the menopausal transition may experience vaginal itching due to fluctuations in estrogen levels. As estrogen levels decline in the perimenopause, the vaginal wall becomes thinner and drier, and itching may result. Some studies have shown a link between psychological stress and vaginal yeast infections.
There are several causes of vaginal itching, burning and irritation, including: 1  Bacterial vaginosis. 2  It is normal to have a healthy balance of bacteria in the vagina. 3  But the wrong balance of bacteria growing there can lead to an infection. Sexually transmitted infections (STIs). 2  Chlamydia, genital herpes, genital warts, trichomoniasis and gonorrhoea can cause vaginal itching and irritation as well as other symptoms. 3  Vaginal thrush is a yeast infection also known as vaginal candidiasis.