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my discharge has been a little chunky lately, like cottage cheese. is this bad? whats the reason for this
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Vaginal yeast infections can cause itching and burning, the white discharge may look similar to cottage cheese, there could be pain during sexual intercourse, and some swelling of the vulva. The discharge smells somewhat yeasty from what I've read but not always.
Yeast infections are caused by a disruption in the balance of good bacteria in the vagina. Sexual intercourse, antibiotics, using too much soap, tampon usage, and even wearing tight clothing can all cause a yeast infection to occur.
If you have never had one before and you suspect you do now, then you NEED to see your doctor for a proper diagnosis. From there, you can purchase over-the-counter medication such as Monistat from your local store. The 7-day treatment seems to be the best of the bunch. It comes with the medication, applicator, and instructions so you can do it yourself in privacy.
Anyway, once the doctor has diagnosed you PROPERLY with this then you'll know in the future what one is like and will be able to treat yourself without needing to see your doctor (though you may want to continue seeing the doctor just to make sure). It is VERY important you see the doctor the first time things are odd though so you get acquainted with your body and can remain healthy.
Sometimes women mis-diagnose themselves with a yeast infection when they really have something else wrong (such as a bacterial infection that can render the woman infertile). Even though the cottage cheese-like discharge is a key symptom of a yeast infection, it's best to see your doctor about it.
Until you're able see a doctor, you may want to wear a panty-liner so you don't have wet underclothing/pants. Do NOT wear a tampon as it will further disrupt the balance in your vagina, and if you don't have an infection, you can get one then. You may also want to wear some looser clothing.
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That is exactly what the discharge from a yeast infection looks like. And along with the white discharge is itching. ARe you experiencing any itching? If you are, then you definitly have a yeast infection.
A yeast infection is not uncommon. Many women get them from swimming in chlorinated pools or after being on anti-biotic medication. To get rid of them you need to take monistat. You can get it at any pharmacy. Usually it is a suppository, and you have to insert it. You'll feel better right away, but be sure and follow the instructions or it will come back. You may be prone to them, so it would be a good idea to keep some monistat around, so you can take it right away and not suffer.
Michele
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you may have a yeast infection? do you feel irritated at all down there... i know that discharge looking like cottage cheese is a symptom of a yeast infection... otherwise im not sure what else to tell you
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