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problems ..
ok maybe someone can help me figure out whats up.
my period has been whacky. i got it in the end of august for i think 4 days (my usual is 5)
and just recently my vagina has been uncomfortable. ive been feeling pain in there. i will keep an eye on it because for some reason now it is ok,but before it hurt kind of bad.
a friend suggested its a possible yeast infection? could it be this? what else could it be?
backround info : in july i was somewhat sexually active. i gave head and got fingered.
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An infection caused by excessive growth of a yeast called candida albicans or monilia. Candida is naturally present in the human body and does not normally cause any problems. In certain conditions, it starts to reproduce rapidly and causes thrush.
There is a thick white lumpy vaginal discharge.
The vagina and vulva become red and sore, and there is usually intense itching.
What makes attacks of thrush likely?
Warmth and moisture - tights, nylon underwear, and tight jeans
High sugar levels - diabetics, increased sugar or alcohol intake
Hormone changes - pregnancy and the contraceptive pill
Antibiotics - these kill the friendly bacteria that stop the yeast growing
Damaged skin - vaginal deodorants, disinfectants, perfumed soap, rough sex
General poor health - tiredness, anaemia, and stress
Wiping yourself from 'back to front' after going to the toilet - yeasts and bacteria in the bowel can get wiped onto the vulva
How do you get rid of it?
If you aren't absolutely sure it's thrush, go see your doctor to make sure it isn't an STI.
The standard treatment for thrush is pessaries (tablets that are placed high up inside the vagina with an applicator) and soothing cream that kills the yeast.
If you are using pessaries and cream, remember to wear a panty liner; they can be a bit messy.
The commonest brands are called Canesten and Nystan, and are available on prescription and over the counter.
Male partners should be treated with the cream to make sure they are not carrying the yeast on their penis.
Many women say that putting natural live yoghurt on the area is very soothing. The bacteria naturally keep the yeast under control.
Avoiding soap and detergents helps the skin of the vulva to heal.
Talk to your GP about it; you might need a quick check-up or some tests.
You can try a longer course of pessaries and cream; always remember to finish the course.
There is one-dose tablet you can take by mouth that many women find very effective.
Avoid everything that makes an attack of thrush more likely (see the list above)
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you should definitly see a doctor! Since you did not have intercourse, at least you know being pregnant is not an option.
A yeast infection is a possibility, but they dont normally stop your period. You may also have a UTI (urinary tract infection) or Gardinella (a bacteria, like yeast). Since these problems didnt start until you messed around then maybe he irritated a bacteria down there (there are TONS no matter how clean you are) and usually they will go away by themselves, but it takes a long time. Did he wash his hands first?
Well, my advice is to see a faimly dr or your gyno ASAP.
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