If my husband and I ever have sex without lubrication or the use of a condom, he complains later that his penis head becomes dry, scaly, and itchy. It remains this way for at least a week. Then it's cured. We don't understand why. \n\nI, personally, have never had any vaginal or yeast infections, etc of my own. And I certainly don't have the same effect after sex with him... \n\nSo what could be causing this? Any thoughts?
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Very odd, and I assume he's one of those guys that would never dream and going to see a doctor about it huh?
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Go back to the doctor. If you had a bacterial infection that was cured by an antibiotic, it could have killed off some of the good bacteria and left you with a yeast infection. That would cause itching and redness. Don't treat this on your own, go to the doctor, since you don't know for sure what it is.
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I suppose the reason you see that answer so often is that some people don't realize how many causes there are for genital itching.  A yeast infection is a very common cause of vaginal itching.  Most women get at least one yeast infection in their lives.  This problem can be cured by over-the-counter medication, although you should consult a doctor to make sure you really do have a yeast infection (see second link).  Yeast infections are rarely sexually transmitted.\n\n"Crabs" are actually pubic lice.  They are treated in exactly the same way as head lice--washing with special shampoos, then removing the dead nits with a fine-toothed comb and making sure to wash all clothing and linens in order to prevent reinfestation.
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First of all, you cannot get pregnant unless your NAKED genitals came in contact with his NAKED genitals, and he ejaculated in or near your vagina.   It sounds to me like you may have a mild infection and you really need to see a doctor if you can. If there is a fishy odor, it could be bacterial vaginosis.  If there is no odor, or a musty odor, I would say it's a yeast infection.  If he is 'fingering' you, as I am assuming, you could get an infection from dirty fingernails. Yuk.   Just see a doc and BE CAREFUL.  You don't want to end up with an std.
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well if its your first time the red, swollen, may come from the not to ready or nervouse vagina after all it was you first time. but if you say that it itches what did you use to have sex? lubricants, were you very moist enough for sex? you can be too wet and get a yeast infection or be to dry and get a yeast infection! sometime it could come from our man becuase we may be allergic to semen.
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Without a wet prep it would be impossible to tell you what sort of infection you have, unfortunately.   Bacterial vaginitis is simply an irritation of the vaginal canal, and doesn't mean any specific kind of bacteria was identified.   It could well be trichinosis, as that is what it usually sounds like complaint wise, except for the itching which usually also accompanies it.  It could be caused by any number of bacteria, though, and only the exam can give you a final answer.   Of course, you know the lecture you are going to get about using a condom.  But it is the best way to protect yourself from this sort of experience in future.  Repeated vaginal infections eventually can cause cervicitis, the inflammation that is often a precursor to cancer or other nasty changes in smears.  Take care of yourself, insist your partners wear condoms until you are absolutely sure.  These days you just can't be too careful.  In the meantime, make yourself as comfortable as you can.  Stick to the all cotton undies, avoid pantyhose, and make sure you launder it all in hot water and bleach.  Those that can't do a hot wash should be microwaved damp to be sure you kill all the little buggers hanging around.  Your partner will also need to be informed and probably treated as well, so you might want to give him some notice on that now.\n  Like as not it's just a routine bacterial infection, easily taken care of with a round of antibiotics or a cream.   You already know that drill, and this won't be any different.   With luck, by Monday you will know the answer for sure, and by Wednesday should start to note improvement.
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it really can just be a scratch. Iam not sexually active but i scratched myself when i was taking a shower and afterwards it did itch and burn when I had to pee. Iam sure you have nothing to worr about. It doesnt sound like a yeast infection. Good luck
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it could be PMS or your diet, have you had a lot of caffeine lately? Has anyone sucked on them too hard? (sorry to detailed) but that usually happens...I don't think it's a yeast infection
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yeast infections have nothing to do with not showering...you don't have to shower for days after sex...please don't do that as the world does not want to smell you...but not showering will not cause yeast infections.  yeast infections are an over growth of yeast in the vagina...men can some times get them too.  they are often caused by over eating sugar which feeds the yeast, wearing tight non breathable clothing like tight pants and polyester under wear, or panty hose, sitting around in wet clothing like a bathing suit, having one and not washing your underwear in hot water to kill it, wiping back to front, birth control pills can also sometimes cause it.
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You too can get a yeast infection - Doctors will advise using the vaginal creams on a partner to keep a woman from being reinfected. I am sure you don't want to go purchase a tube of Monostate 7 for yourself - so try an athletes foot or jock itch remedy
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You can get infected by herpes twice but from reading you, it seems you're just having a mild outbreak. This is very common to have itching and burning when herpes reaches your skin cells (blisters or not).\n\nPrimary infection doesn't necessarily cause severe symptoms. Often people get herpes outbreaks months or years after primary infection. That was the case for me.\n\nOne hypothesis is that as many people were exposed to HSV-1 or oral herpes before getting genital herpes, the immune system had a chance to build a defense mechanism against genital herpes before first infection, this defense mechanism allowing herpes to cause only mild or no symptoms.\n\nIt is true that genital herpes can be confused with a yeast infection. If your symptoms don't react to yeast medications, it may indicate that you're having a mild herpes outbreak and not a yeast infection. \n\nHowever, it could be something else. I got eczema once and thought it was herpes.\n\nYou can find more information on genital herpes symptoms and other diseases often confused with herpes by visiting the source link below.
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Hey girl, this works, I know.  Eat Yogurt ( which live culture) everyday.  Your yeast infection problem will be over.  Also, be clean and hope your partner is clean, and that he rinses the soap off his penis very well when showering.  And remember, what ever is on his hands will also be on his penis when he handles it when urinating.  Harsh laundry detergents, and dryer sheets can also cause infections if you are sensitive.  Good luck and happy safe sex to ya!  That is if you are of age.
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Hey, I didn't got to the doctor or the emergency for my vaginal  problem either.  Money and insurance is also a problem fo me.  Here is what i did to solve my problem.  I went to the stor and bought some cheap Hydrocortisone Cream 1% Anti ich cream for the outer part and put it on 3-4 times a day.  Just a smal amount will do.  I went to the Vitamin Store and bout something from there.  They keep it in the fridge.  It is called Gy-Na.Tren.  It is safe, effective and natural beneficial flora L. acidolpilus, NAS super strain in veggie and gelitain capsules for yeast overgrowth.  It has two 14-capsule bottles, ome you take orally and the othe vaginally.  It works I am sure of it.
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Funny how two males answered first when you asked them not to.\n\nOK - yeast is only one kind of infection you could get.  Different ones can cause different kinds of discharge, and/or different kinds of smells.  Many of them can cause itching.\n\nI really do think you should see a nurse or doctor about this. \n \nBut until you do:\n- always wipe from front to back so you don't get bacteria from your anal area in your vaginal area\n- wash daily.  Use only the most basic of soap (or none if you might be sensitive).  Washing morning and night is OK too.\n- DO NOT use a douche - if you have unfriendly bacteria it can push it further up inside you and cause infection there\n(for now, I'd avoid using tampons for the same reason)\n- try to wear cotton, not polyester or nylon underwear\n- if using a pantyliner, try for one with a cottony feel, not a plastic-like weave on the covering\n- don't wear jeans or pants that are tight against your crotch  ("Camel toe" is not an attractive look, anyway!  Nobody needs to see your "M".)\n\nAs for your period - you are young, and it's normal to have a period that isn't always regular in the first few years of menstruating.  But if if doesn't come soon, talk to your doctor. \n\nMine came anywhere from 4 -6 weeks apart when I was your age, but by age 18 I once skipped 8 or 9 months (I was a virgin too).  It turned out I had an imbalance of the various hormones that regulate different phases of the cycle.  (This, along with really heavy periods, or really bad cramps, ar some of the reasons that a virgin might be on the pill, to regulate that balance of hormones.)\n\nGood luck, honey.
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if it itches a lot it is more than likely a yeast infection.  But, if you are sexually active it could also be an STD.  if you are unsure,  it wouldn't hurt to go to the doctor to get checked
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Most likely it's yeast infection for both of you, but you may want your gyno to check it out just in case since you have a new partner. Could be something else like an STD, but probably yeast. Good luck.
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Talk to your doctor. After all, his buccal bacterial flora is mixing with your normal vaginal flora and may be unbalancing it. It could be Candida (yeast) even if you have no discharge, because of the itching you describe.\nHe could have yeast in his mouth and not notice; if you don't eliminate it you will go on catching it from each other. \nGo to your gynecologist!!!