6 Types of Bug Bite On Vagina! How to Identify and Treat?

By - Aneeza Pervez

Sometimes you just feel like your vagina is on fire, then you sense something is biting or irritating you inside your vagina or on your genitalia. Could it be a bug bite on vagina?

Indeed, yes! Some types of bugs like chiggers, pubic lice, or ticks make their way to your private parts, just as they would anywhere else on your body.

Unfortunately, bugs bites on the pubic area are prone to infection since this area is mostly moist, and lots of bad bacteria from the rectum can cause and worsen the infection. 

So, can you get bug bites on your vag if you have covered it? Or how can you identify it? Actually, bug bites are more irritated and severe than normal vaginal hydra bumps. Let me clear up the things in this guide. 

Can You Get Bug Bites on Your Vag?

You can get irritation, bumps, hives, open wounds, cuts, or redness due to bugs or insects biting the vagina. Undoubtedly, private areas are mostly covered. Still, you may encounter bugs or insect bites through unclean beds, couch cushions, chair cervices, or while swimming in salty or seawater. 

People occasionally notice that small insects buzz around them but do not see them bite. Often, these bites are caused by small biting midges known as “no-see-ums.” Also, they are known as sand flies or punkies. 

Most no-see-ums in Arizona belong to the family Ceratopogonidae, genus Culicoides.

What Bugs Bite in The Pubic Area?

It is possible that you are being bitten by bugs and insects you cannot see. However, the majority of insects, with the exception of some mite species and scabies, can be seen with the naked eye. 

Generally, bedbugs, mites, bugs, spiders, and other small insect bites frequently annoy people and cause them to scratch and itch the area. Moreover, bug bites in private areas may lead to worry as well.

Following are some types of bugs that can bite or reside on your vaginal area and cause irritation or infection. 

Ticks

Humans have the highest chance of coming into contact with ticks. Particularly, you are at the risk of tick bite if you live in a bushy or wooded area in warm weather. Ticks attach to your body anywhere on it, including the groin, and bury their heads into your skin.

Ticks reside in your body and lead to certain tick-borne severe conditions. Some of them are the following:

If a tick has bitten you, the following are some obvious signs of infection:

You can remove the tick from your skin with the help of a tweezer. After that, gently clean and hygiene the skin. However, it is best to consider a doctor to remove and treat ticks attack. 

Learn more about ticks and their related facts in the Center for Disease Control and Prevention

Chiggers

Chiggers belong to the class of mites that’s often called berry bugs, red bugs, harvest mites, brush mites, or scrub-itch mites. It is sometimes confused with jiggers, which is a common flea.  

In general, chiggers prefer to live on tender, warm, and sweaty parts of the body. It typically gets underarms, arms, the belly, knees, and the vaginal area. This parasite wanders over your body, finds the ideal area, injects its enzymes, and then sponges up all that juicy liquified goodness.

Chigger bites or infections become more severe and even grouped if left unchecked and treated. Following are a few symptoms of a chigger attack:

Typically, chiggers go away on their own, but using a hot or cool washcloth can help in soothing the effect. Moreover, calamine lotion and corticosteroid creams reduce the chiggers attack infection. Your doctor may also prescribe some medicines to heal it faster. 

Human Itch Mites

Human itch mites are tiny insects that burrow into the skin and cause intense itching and redness. It is commonly known as scabies. It can attack the male and female genital area. 

The mites are typically spread through prolonged skin-to-skin contact, which allows the mites time to crawl. In fact, individuals who use shared items like beds and towels are more likely to be attacked by mites. Furthermore, it is also passed via sexual contact. 

It results in rash and bumps on the vulva, penis, clitoris, and vagina. Below are some signs of human itch mites biting on the vagina:

Creams containing antihistamines or anti-itch agents may aid in reducing itching. You may also take antihistamines orally in cases of severe itching. You can apply anesthetic cream for painful bites. The bites of mites usually itch severely, but scratching them can cause infections.

Related to read: Lump Under Skin In Pubic Area: Should You Be Worried?

Trichomonas Vaginalis (Trich)

Trichomoniasis is a common sexually transmitted disease caused by a single-cell parasite, Trichomonas vaginalis. It is another prevalent cause of vaginal irritation. 

Infected individuals transmit the parasite to uninfected individuals during sexual contact. The lower genital tract (vulva, vagina, cervix, or urethra) is most commonly infected among women. Infections are most commonly found within the urethra (penis) for men. Commonly, parasites pass through the vagina to the penis or vice versa.

Although the signs and symptoms of Trich vary from person to person, some people may don’t have any apparent signs. Still, they can pass the bug. 

Following are a few common symptoms of Trichomoniasis:

• Itching or irritation in or around the vagina
• Soreness and redness of the genital area
• Burning after urination
• Foul-smelling vaginal discharge (yellow, green, clear white, etc.)
• The pungent fishy odor from the vaginal area
• Itchy inner thighs

In most cases, doctors try to treat it with antibiotic therapy. 

Sand Flies

Sandflies are tiny blood-sucking insects that are primarily found in sandy areas. In the United States, “sandfly” can refer to certain horse flies called “green heads.”

Sand files can bite into the private area and draw blood from it, just as they do with other body parts. Usually, sand flies bites are very painful and cause intense itchiness. But, many people do not realize they have been bitten until several hours after the bite, when they begin to itch. 

It is possible to develop a secondary bacterial infection by scratching the bites. Following are a few signs of sandfly bites in the private areas:

Typically, an antihistamine tablet or cream can alleviate the symptoms of sandfly bites. In some cases, ice may also relieve the symptoms. Moreover, never scratch a bite, as it can increase the risk of infection. Sand fleas or no-see-ums should be healing at least a little after four weeks. 

Bed begs

Bed bugs are tiny parasites that feed on animal or human blood. As the name suggests, it typically attacks while the man is sleeping. 

Normally, bed bugs do not reside on the genitals. Indeed, the private area does not particularly appeal to them, nor does it repel them. However, bed bug bites on this part of the body are less common since it is harder to reach.

However, you can indeed get bed bugs on your genitals and in the surrounding region. 

There are numerous health effects associated with their bites, such as rashes on the skin, psychological effects, and allergies. Also, the skin may change from small red spots to prominent blisters after being bitten by bed bugs.

Following are a few signs of bed bugs bites on genitals.

Usually, bed bug bites infections may go away on their own. However, bites can heal faster with hydrocortisone cream or an oral antihistamine. 

Other Bugs that Bite in Private Areas

Apart from the bugs mentioned above, the following are the few other bugs that can bite on your private areas:

Related to read: How Do You Know if You Have Pubic Lice?

How Do You Know If a Bite Is Serious?

Typically, bug bites by bed bugs, ticks, or small insects are not considered dangerous. However, if you experience the following symptoms with insect bites, you should consult a physician right away. Since venomous species might have bitten you:

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FAQs

What does an infected bite look like?

In general, bug bites may appear as a rash on the skin. But, in cases of infection, it may appear as a dark or red line extending from the bitten area. Moreover, swelling as well as discoloration may occur around the affected area. Also, swollen lymph nodes, abscesses from the wounds, and sores may occur in case of a severe attack. 

How do you treat vaginal bug bites?

Bug bite on vagina heals, typically using some steroids or hydrocortisone creams. Also, aloe vera or honey on the affected area may help. Besides this, oral antibiotics and antihistamines can fasten the healing process as well. 

What does it mean when a mosquito bite swells up big?

Mosquito bites may cause an antibacterial infection due to an open wound. Therefore, you may have a larger and more prominent wound. Moreover, allergic reactions to mosquito protein may also result in abnormal swelling and inflammation. 

What can I put on a bug bite to draw out infection?

You can use bandages, antibiotics ointments, and calamine lotion, which may help draw out infection. Moreover, ice packs and oatmeal baths help as well. 

How do I know if a spider bit my vag lip?

Compared to other bug bites, the spider bite appears as a rash in the form of rings. Also, it is more crampy and achy rash. Sometimes, the center of the wound appears purple or blue. A spider bite on the vag lip may be more sensitive than other parts of the body. 

How do you tell if you have chiggers or bed bugs?

If you see brown or red spots on your sheets, you may have bed bugs. You will also likely smell something sweet and musty if bed bugs are nearby. In contrast, chiggers tend to cluster together. You may have them feed off of your body for several hours or days if you do not wash or scuff them off.

What do STD crab bites look like?

STD carbs are the super small insects that look like lice in your pubic hair. Usually, pubic lice can be seen when looked at closely. If necessary, you can use a magnifying glass. Pubic lice look like tiny crab-like creatures and are tan or white. But, the color turns darker when they have blood in them.

Final Thoughts!

Indeed, the most annoying and frustrating thing you could experience is a bug bite on vagina. Anyhow, applying aloe vera, honey, or a cold washcloth may also help relieve the itchiness and lower the symptoms and complications of bug bites.

Moreover, you can use steroid or hydrocortisone creams for faster healing. Also, you can use over-the-counter antihistamines. Moreover, protective pads and panties may help prevent private areas from bugs bites.