i have like a line of redness around my vagina. i am scared that it may be herpes, but i have never had sex.?
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Sweetie, if you haven't had sex, it's not going to be herpes. You could be allergic to the detergent your underwear is washed in, a new soap that you might be using or it could a yeast infection. I would take some benedryl and make an appointment with the doctor. Those blisters can become infected if you're not careful. I suspect an allergy of some sort but I'm not a doctor. If you're under 18, you may need your mom's consent to see the doctor but if you've done nothing in the sex department then you've nothing to worry about. Ask your mom about how much benedryl to take or make sure you read the directions. Good luck, Honey. Tina
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Have you been checked  for a STD??? Thats what it sounds like to me or Herpies.. ewhhhhhhhhhh.. yuck!
442391
Me and my friend say you have BV bacterial Vaginois. Go get seen by a doctor there has to be some where in your town you can go that helps people with no insurance. The doctor will prescribe metro gel for you, but you will need a prescription for it. also try an over the counter anti fungal cream, like monastate 7.
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it may not be STD. could just be some sort of skin disease. But surely you need to see a doctor
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it could be anything froma yeast infection which is from excess moisture eing left on there to a std which i think is unlikely. go see your gyno and see what they think of it. it might just be something simple and just needs a cream. just dont be scared skin peeling off is not as bad as asking a doctor what is this.
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you're probably fine, sweetie.\ncheck this site out. It may be a mid-cycle thing, okay? Dont panic before you have a better idea of what it is.\nhttp://www.mckinley.uiuc.edu/handouts/vaginal_discharge.html\n\nTry and get health insurance, okay? Very important.
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If you've had unprotected sex, it could be herpes (if the other person was infected). Otherwise, it could be a yeast infection. You should see your doctor for treatment.
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I've had something that sounds like what you have a couple of times. It was on my outer labia and both times It ended up being an infected hair follicle. In my case, I could see an actual small hair sticking up near the middle of the bump with a little bit of white around it. First I wiped the area with a little bit of alcohol and a Q-tip to cleanse the area. Then I took a pair of tweezers and pulled the piece of hair out (pinching the skin up with my other hand). As soon as I pulled the piece of hair out, pus came out. I squeezed it gently (as it was painful) to get the pus out (until I saw a bit of blood, so I knew I had all the pus out). Then I took a Q-tip and a little alcohol and wiped the area to clean the spot and put a fresh pair of cotton undies on. I've heard of people getting ingrown hairs there as well, so it could be something a doctor might need to help you with if that's the case. If you think it might be a pimple, you might try putting warm wet compresses on the area. Don't squeeze though, as if you don't see any type of white head you could make it worse (it could be a boil).
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Sounds like you have type 1 & 2 herpes - otherwise known as oral & genital herpes.  When you have an outbreak (blisters, etc) then you "shed" the virus - if they do a swab they'll be able to find the virus.  Otherwise, the blood (antibody) test shows that you have the viruses but not for how long.  I hope the folks who did the testing also talked to you about treating it - you can get medicine that can help cut down on the number and severity of outbreaks you have, although nothing's gonna cure it.
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Okay, first off, take a DEEP BREATH. Odds are, you're not dying.\n\nTo answer your question, if you haven't had sexual contact with another person (not just sex, oral and hand jobs count, too), it's probably not an STD, but I would like to remind you that it's really, REALLY important that you keep things clean...and well lubed, when you masturbate. Sometimes a minor infection can show up at the sight of chaffing, or it could be a zit. That's right, a pimple on your penis. It happens. It's not a huge deal. Right now, I'd keep the area clean and dry and possibly avoid jerking off for a little while (it's tough, I know...girls like to get off, too, you know), a little Neosporin wouldn't hurt. If it's still the same, or worse, in a couple of days, go visit the doctor.
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Hi Janie, at first I too thought it was a yeast infection, since they sometimes comes before,with and after your period, but to be on the safe side of things, you should get a medical check up first.If you are sexually active, it is best that you not have sex right now.It's your health and you should do what is best for yourself, the last thing you need is to have any disease/illness.Don't take it for granted, get checked out!
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There are two strains of the herpes virus: Herpes Simplex Type 1 and Herpes Simplex Type 2. Herpes Simplex 1 is responsible for oral herpes, more commonly known as cold sores, which generally show up on or around the mouth. Herpes Simplex 2 is responsible for genital herpes and is considered to be a sexually transmitted disease. \nWhen Will the Symptoms of Herpes Appear?\nOnce you have been exposed to the virus through direct skin-to-skin contact, it can take anywhere from two to 20 days before your first episode of symptoms of genital herpes will occur. While the first outbreak of herpes is usually the worst one you will experience, as much as 60% of those infected with the virus will fail to notice any symptoms because the outbreak is so mild. Even if you do not have any symptoms, though, you can still pass on the virus to your sexual partners. \n\nOn average, the first herpes outbreak in men lasts about two weeks while in women the average is three weeks. Additionally, because women frequently experience their herpes sores in the vagina, many may mistake the few herpes symptoms they have for some other type of infection. You may confuse herpes with an outbreak of boils. Boils are larger and more painful, but a variety of boil treatments are available. It is not uncommon for a woman infected with the herpes virus to be misdiagnosed with a yeast infection, pelvic inflammatory disease or an inflamed cervix (cervicitis). While women frequently develop vaginal herpes, it is also possible to develop lesions on the vulva, cervix, urethra, anus, thighs and buttocks. If you have unusual vaginal discharge or persistent vaginal discomfort, it is a good idea to be tested for herpes. \n\nGenital Herpes Symptoms\nThe most common sign of herpes is red, sensitive skin that develops sores or blisters (often referred to as herpes bumps). These lesions usually show up in and around the genital area, although female symptoms of herpes may cause these blisters to develop inside the vagina. Other signs and symptoms of genital herpes include: \n\nSwollen lymph glands in the groin \nHeadaches \nMuscle aches \nFever \nLower back pain \nIn women, herpes symptoms can also include vaginal discharge and pain or a burning sensation when urinating. About 25% of women will develop meningitis as a complication of their first herpes outbreak while another 10% to 15% will have troubles urinating because of their herpes. \nRecurrent Herpes Outbreaks\nOf those people who experienced an outbreak of herpes sores when they were first infected, 80% will go on to have recurrent outbreaks. Although these outbreaks tend to be less severe and shorter in duration than the first outbreak, they can still be just as uncomfortable. Additionally, a person is more likely to pass on the virus when they experience an outbreak. \n\nPrior to the recurrent breakout, though, many individuals tend to experience "warning symptoms" that they are about to have another herpes episode. Often, an individual will have some pain or discomfort in the area that is infected before their herpes sores develop. During this time, you are considered to be very contagious despite the absence of herpes blisters. \n\nHerpes Treatment\nAlthough there is no herpes cure, there are various herpes medications available that can ease the discomfort of your symptoms and shorten the length of the herpes outbreak.
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Dont worry it's just your period starting. It's not always red at first but give it a few hours and it will be. Good luck.
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You don't have "herpes" in the STD sort of sense...\n\nThere are many types of herpes--Simplex 1,  Simplex 2, chicken pox, and shingles.  It is a virus that always stays with you...it is not a bacteria.\n\nOral Herpes--which most humans have--is simplex 1.  The cold sore or fever blister comes out during stress or colds--i.e. fever blister or cold sore.  The virus becomes active during stress or colds because your resistance is down at that time.\n\nGenital Herpes--Simplex 2--causes sores on the genitals.\n\nChicken Pox-Most people get this at some point in their life.\nShingles--causes pain in an area around nerves--older people tend to get this.\n\nI don't know of any other way to get a fever blister other than having simplex 1 or 2.  However, the virus that causes oral herpes is very common, almost everyone has it and in many people it does not show up very often.  In some people it shows up as a canker sore on the inside of the mouth...so people don't ever see it just feel that they ate too many crunchy chips or something.\n\nJust don't pick at it or touch your genitals after touching your mouth--oral herpes in rare instances can be transferred to the genital area.
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Okay, first off, take a DEEP BREATH. Odds are, you're not dying. \n\nTo answer your question, if you haven't had sexual contact with another person (not just sex, oral and hand jobs count, too), it's probably not an STD, but I would like to remind you that it's really, REALLY important that you keep things clean...and well lubed, when you masturbate. Sometimes a minor infection can show up at the sight of chaffing, or it could be a zit. That's right, a pimple on your penis. It happens. It's not a huge deal. Right now, I'd keep the area clean and dry and possibly avoid jerking off for a little while (it's tough, I know...girls like to get off, too, you know), a little Neosporin wouldn't hurt. If it's still the same, or worse, in a couple of days, go visit the doctor.
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Hey No need to worry this much, I have gone through a similar condition like this . I was much worried about herpes as symptoms looks that way . After that I realized that most symptoms are produced by my anxiety only. Now all I can say is that you have become hypersensitive . What you are experience is a penis irritation or inflammation only . The body aching is produced by your anxiety . Take this as a good lesson stop having any kind of sexual relations with strangers . If you are having sexual urge so much , then practice safe sex like masturbation . Otherwise this kind of careless sex can take away entire life . Think about it .At this moment you don't need to worry much about . Your symptoms will go away after few days .Further you practice safe sex only . You can go for an STD test later if you want to make sure that you are 100% clean.
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Sounds like trichomoniasis or BV - Bacterial vaginosis.  Sounds to me like you have been active.  You wouldn't assume that it was an STD if you aren't active. Bite the bullet and go to your mom. It may be something as simple as a yeast infection (you don't have tp be sexually active to get one.)  But either way you want to get it checked before it becomes something else.\n\nIt's very important to see a doctor or go to a teen clinic if you have any of the symptoms of abnormal vaginal discharge. This is really important for girls who have had sex, especially those who have had sex without using a condom.