Why does my vagina itch?!


Question: Why does my vagina itch.?
Within the past week or so, my vagina has felt different. It began simply by being sore, but now it itches constantly and releases a white discharge. I'm sexually active with my boyfriend but we're both STD-free and use protection. I'm too embarrassed to ask my mom or friends what it could be, so you're my only hope. Any ideas.?Health Question & Answer


Answers:
Sounds like a yeast infection. Even if you weren't having sex, you could still get a yeast infection. They are fairly common.

Different types of infections:

Signs of yeast infections:
White, cottage cheese-like discharge
Swelling and pain around the vulva
Intense itching
For a few women, a yeast infection can go away on its own just after her period. You can eat UNsweetened yogurt to help. Stay away from sugar - candy, soda, alcohol, even bread as sugar feeds yeast. You can buy over-the-counter Monistat at your local drug store or grocery store. You and your partner can pass it back and forth. So make sure you are done with treatment before resuming sex.

Signs of bacterial vaginosis:
A white, gray or yellowish vaginal discharge
A fishy odor that is strongest after sex or after washing with soap
Itching or burning
Slight redness and swelling of the vagina or vulva

Signs of trichomoniasis
A watery, yellowish or greenish bubbly discharge
An unpleasant odor
Pain and itching when urinating
Most apparent after your period
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you can buy an OTC that test what kind of itch you have. Its available at feminine aisle. The way you describe it, might be a yeast infection, so long as its not yellowish discharged. Actually I have no clue cuz I never had them.

Does the discharge have any foul smell.? If your worried, you should see your Gyn.Health Question & Answer

yeast inection. make sure you always go to the bathroom after sex and also wash it very good when showering also let you man know that he has to wash it real good as well. adn when you clean yourself after sex make sure your using something clean. yeats infections beginn with bacteria. get some over the counter medication to help youHealth Question & Answer

Its a yeast infection..they have creams that you can insert inside of you or just take some pills. i think they got that new thing where u can take a test to see if you have yeast infection...go to cvs to find outHealth Question & Answer

It is most likely a yeast infection. I would see your gynecologist to get some cream for that.

P.S.- Don't shave down there that could be a reason.Health Question & Answer

Thrush, a yeast infection. Quite common and is easily treatable. See your doctor . There are easy to take pills now that will clear it up quickly.Health Question & Answer

sweety u probably have a yeast infection,go to the doctors and let them know.Health Question & Answer

u might have a yeast infection that is common in women and there is over the counter stuff u can buy to get rid of itHealth Question & Answer

yeast infection try an overcounter treatment and go to a doctor or clinicHealth Question & Answer



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