what causes the unconsoleable itching around the genital area [female], this begins each night and the resulting scratching for relief leaves areas resembling eczma and seems to weep moisture . cold washing does not always bring relief and the itch oftimes stops after an hour or so as if a switch has just been flicked on. i m left feeling such relief and almost feeling shocked. help! most nights i have to have a cup of tea then to restore some equilibrium.