Yeast infection?  Bacterial Vaginosis?  Trich?  Vaginitis?
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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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You need to see a gynocologist. What are the symptoms?\nIt could be an STD or trich which need prescription drugs.
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Two sexually transmitted diseases due to gardenerella vaginilis and trichomonas vaginilis can produce a foul smelling discharge, watery and grey to yellow green in colour and often containing bubbles. The vaginal opening is red and sore and intercourse and urination can be painful. \n\nOther causes of vaginal discharge are inflammation of the cervix particularly in the case of cancer of the cervix and even cancer higher up in the reproductive tract. This often shows up as blood stained vaginal discharge particularly after intercourse.I would still get a doctors opinion.
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I honestly have never heard of the swelling before but the discharge is pretty tell-tale. Your choices are: vaginitis, bacterial vaginosis, yeast infection (commonly caused by Candida albicans), trichomoniasis, gonorrhea, or chlamydia. Every woman is different so it is possible that whatever is going on with you is causing swelling that your doctor may not have even seen before and therefore has no basis for comparison. So my advice would definitely be to get a second opinion immediately. This could be something so simple and easily treatable with antibiotics, creams, or ointments. Or it could be something more serious that requires immediate treatment and follow-up. Either way, knowing and doing something about it will save you a lot of grief and worry and will alleviate discomfort and hopefully solve your problem. Remember this if nothing else: No one cares about you more than you. Do whatever it takes to be proactive about your health and never stop questioning and looking for answers to make sure that you're doing all you can to help yourself. Take care!
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Possibility of an infection. Call your doctor and have it checked out.
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It sounds like you have a vaginal infection... such as a yeast infection.\n\nI would recommend seeing a doctor if this is your first encounter with a yeast infectiong.  I know it can be embarassing but it's important to know for sure what it is so you can have it treated. \n\nIf it is a yeast infection and your doctor confirms it, you will be able to tell what it is next time and just go buy Monostat (or other over the counter treatment).\n\nResearch has shown that daily ingestion of yogurt containing the bacterium Lactobacillus acidophilus helps in the prevention and treatment of candidal vaginitis (a.k.a. yeast infections).\n\n\nHope that helps.
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I agree, it's either a yeast infection (for what you can find medication at any store like walmart) or it can be a STD. You should go see your doctor ASAP.\nGood luck to you
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I am like yeast infection prone. Usually you will get an increase in discharge and you might feel a little raw down there. Then the discharge will get really thick and sorta look like cottage cheese. Yeah I know its gross! It will itch soooo bad that you just wanna take a brush down there and go at it. I wouldnt recomend doing that though. There are many reasons woman get yeast infections. Some antibiotics can cause them. You can also get them from too much sex and not rinsing soap off very well. The best thing you can do is go to the drug store and get Monistat one day. Its more expensive than the 7 or 3 day one but it will clear it up a lot faster. Also, for the itching you could use Vagisil. Personally, I am allergic to it but it is suppose to help with the itch. If it feels like it burns when you put it on dont use it. Keep everything clean and dont itch because it will cause infection to get worse and you can cause a skin infection as well. If all of this doesnt work for you, you can call your dr and he will perscribe you a nasty tasting pill. I hope I could help.
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Trichomoniasis is a common sexually transmitted disease (STD) that affects both women and men, although symptoms are more common in women.\nTrichomoniasis is the most common curable STD in young, sexually active women. An estimated 7.4 million new cases occur each year in women and men.\nTrichomoniasis is caused by the single-celled protozoan parasite, Trichomonas vaginalis. The vagina is the most common site of infection in women, and the urethra (urine canal) is the most common site of infection in men. The parasite is sexually transmitted through penis-to-vagina intercourse or vulva-to-vulva (the genital area outside the vagina) contact with an infected partner. Women can acquire the disease from infected men or women, but men usually contract it only from infected women.\nMost men with trichomoniasis do not have signs or symptoms; however, some men may temporarily have an irritation inside the penis, mild discharge, or slight burning after urination or ejaculation.\n\nSome women have signs or symptoms of infection which include a frothy, yellow-green vaginal discharge with a strong odor. The infection also may cause discomfort during intercourse and urination, as well as irritation and itching of the female genital area. In rare cases, lower abdominal pain can occur. Symptoms usually appear in women within 5 to 28 days of exposure. \n\nTrichomoniasis  during pregnancy sometimes causes early birth or low birth weight babies. During the first trimester of pregnancy treating trichomoniasis is not recommended due to the possiblity of harm to the unborn baby. After the first three months the recommended antibiotic treatment for this common sexually transmitted disease is considered safe.
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How about a yeast infection? This may not be the only problem you have. It would be a prudent choice to go to your clinic and have a gyno get a swab to culture and accurately diagnose your affliction. If it's itchy and burning there is a good chance that you do have one. You can buy over the counter remedies like Clotrimazole for this. Some take 1 day, some take three days, some take 7. You can boost your immune system by eating yogurt. This prevents the bacteria candida albicans (bacteria that causes yeast infection) from multipying in your mucous membranes. It is also important to wipe front to back. The bacteria from feces can contaminate your vagina if you go the other way. That is one of the most common causes of yeast infection.
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Symptoms of a vaginal yeast infection include itching and burning in the vagina and around the vulva, a white vaginal discharge that may look like cottage cheese, pain during sexual intercourse, and swelling of the vulva.  The discharge smells like yeast.  If you have never had one before, then you need to see your doctor for a proper diagnosis, before buying any type of over the counter medication.
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Wash with Neutrogena products that do not have soap in them. They are great for relieving itches and odors.\n\nDo not use any douches or other inter-vaginal cleansers. They can wash away your good bacteria and cause yeast infections--uh oh!\n\nDrink plenty of water and wear cotton panties.
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Could be a Candida (yeast infection)...\n\nHere are some Infection Signs and Symptoms\n\nTypical Yeast Infection Symptoms\nVaginal itching \nVaginal discharge that may be thick, white, and   lumpy like cottage cheese \nVaginal soreness, irritation, or burning \nRash or redness on the skin outside the vagina  (vulva) \nBurning on urination \nPainful vaginal intercourse (sex)\n\nIf this continues, you should see a doctor...if you have been diagnosed with one before, you can get an ointment like monistat to clear it up.
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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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you might have a yeast infection
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The yeast organisms are present in different parts of your body. Even babies can get an overgrowth of those organisms and get an infection, for instance thrush.\nAs you approach puberty and your period your hormones change and you might well have your first vaginal yeast infection.\nI assume that this is the first time you've thought you've had a yeast infection, so please go see a doctor to make sure that's what it is. Sometimes bacterial infections act just like yeast infections in the beginning but won't clear up with over-the-counter treatments. It takes antibiotics to fix those.
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A yeast infection, also known as candidiasis (pronounced: can-dih-dy-uh-sis), is the name for a common infection caused by a type of yeast-like fungus called Candida. Small numbers of Candida are always present in our bodies, but normally we have the right balance of bacteria and other factors to keep them from growing too much. Sometimes, though, these yeast-like fungi do grow too much, and this can cause an infection. These infections usually occur in warm, moist parts of the body, such as the mouth and moist areas of skin. When they cause an infection in the vagina, it is known as vulvovaginal candidiasis.\n \nCandida can overgrow for many reasons. Stress, pregnancy, and illnesses that affect your immune system may allow yeast to multiply, as can certain medicines. These include some birth control pills and steroids. Or if you're taking antibiotics, such as for strep throat, the antibiotics can kill "good" bacteria that also live in the body and normally keep the growth of Candida in the vagina in check. Yeast also flourish if a girl's blood sugar is high. Girls who have diabetes that isn't controlled are at a higher risk for yeast infections.\n \nMany girls find that yeast infections tend to show up right before they get their periods because of the hormonal changes that come with the menstrual cycle. Clothes (especially underwear) that are too tight or are made of materials like nylon that trap heat and moisture might lead to yeast infections because yeast can thrive in this type of environment. And douching and using scented sanitary products can upset the balance in the vagina and make yeast infections more likely.\n \nIt's common for girls who are not sexually active to get yeast infections. Although yeast infections are not considered sexually transmitted diseases, they can occasionally be spread from one sexual partner to the other. This is quite rare, however, and the partner of someone who has a yeast infection does not automatically have to be treated