Girls/women only {private question}?

Question

My 12 year old daughter has a itchy vagina she is a yeast carrier,we/ve tried yogurt and baking soda bath its like she has a cronic yeast infection what can we do esides over-the-counter stuff to ease the itching?

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Answer 1

A doctor, of course, should be consulted & a doctor, of course, will confirm the problem by examining the discharge & a doctor, of course, will prescibe a medicine.
But, this is no joke; not all vaginal discharge &/or yeast infection like symptoms are caused by relatively harmless yeast. Anything from a forgotten tampon to life-threatening pelvic inflammatory disease can cause similar symptoms. Other causes include gardnerella, vaginalis, a bacterial infection; trichomonas, a parasitic infection; and chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis. So don`t play doctor. Get a professional diagnosis.

In the meantime (while ur waiting for the Dr. app.) you can help reduce the itch with a OTC such as Benadryl or Cortaid or hydrocortisone cream. Just be sure you don`t use these creams b4 seeing the doctor because they may cover up an infection & prevent a proper diagnosis.

I`m sure ur daughter doesnt want to aggravate her already delicate situation, so Do Not use chemical potions such as; feminine deodorants,deodorant tampons / sanitary pads, after-bath powders, etc.. & Do not use baby oil, because it contains perfume.
I`m not even going to bring up that intercourse can further irratate the inflammation. Right!?!

Vinegar has almost the same acidity as the vagina, which is one reason a lukewarm vinegar & water mix (4teaspoons vinegar to 1 pint water) is sometimes suggested. But I wouldn`t suggest that for a 12yr.old girl. One alternative to douching is the sitz bath. Fill a shallow tub w/ warm water, then do one of the following.
* Add salt, about 1/2 cup to match the body`s natural saline state.
* Add vinegar ( 1/2 cup ) to help rebalance the vaginal pH.
Now, sit in the water, knees apart, until it gets cool. The bath will do the cleansing.

Other ways to help those troubled by yeast infections,(Remember a doctor will have to diagnosis that first)
is to; "Sleep like Eve" ; naked or panties off under ur nightgown. Wear loose clothes; avoid tight fitting clothes. Give your panties an extra scrub or soak in bleach & use unscented soap in HOT wash. Choose cotton panties or panties w/ cotton crotch. Use unscented & uncolored toilet paper. Wash w/ water ; soap, shampoos, balt salts & oils remove the natural oils that protect ur skin & may leave a irritating residue. Keep germs in their place; always wipe from front to back after a bowel movement. Use cotton tampons &/or pads. Keep ur blood sugar under control; people w/ diabetes may be more prone to yeast infections. Control yeasts & molds; avoid foods & beverages such as bread, doughnuts, beer, wine, vinegar, pickles, cheese, mushrooms, & fruit juices. Raise ur resistance; boost ur immunity by exercising regularly, eating properly, getting plenty of sleep, not smoking or using drugs & using caffeine sparingly.

There are also some herbal remedies & you should consult appropriate medical professionals about these alternative medicines.
As you should consult medical professionals regarding all heath issues.
I hope the info helps.
Good Luck!

Answer 2

believe it or not i've heard a vinegar douche helps alot. While i've never tried this remedy, it does work extremely well for painful itchy sunbuns... my guess is the concept is the same... Other than that, yes I think you should take her to the doctor. With such a chronic condition, she may be able to give her a prescription to help at least with the symptoms even if it does not control the problem... She may actually just have a very stubborn yeast infection that needs prescription strengh medication. Most likely, because she is so young her hormones are up and down and all over the place... that alone can cause yeast infections (which is why some women get them every month around their period) Best of luck to you and your daughter.. we all know how uncomfortable those can be.

Answer 3

Why don't you take her to a doctor?
Yeast infections can be common. But those can also occur if she is being molested. Take that poor baby girl to a doctor, even if it's a free clinic or emergency room, they will have to give you prescriptions, but get them, she's worth it.
You can also go to a pharmacy and consult with a pharmasist they can tell you what you can take over the counter.

Answer 4

She should be eating yogurt and/or taking acidophilus supplements every day. Depending on how comfortable she is with her body (or how comfortable you are explaining them to her) your doctor can prescribe acidophilus suppositories from the compounding pharmacy. WHNPs (Women's heath Nurse practitioners) are usually more open to this form of alternative treatment, but it works really well.

Also, try eliminating sugar and yeast-containing foods from her diet. All of the above helped me.

Answer 5

tea tree oil is a natural anti-fungal get some at a heath food are vitamin store just a little in bath water helps alot but if she is that itchy you might want to bring her to an obgyn so they can treat her with orel meds but tea tree oil can help prevent and help the ease the pain

Answer 6

I highly suggest taking your daughter to a gynocologist. This seems like a serious problem.

Answer 7

She may have fungus in her body.

Look up vaginal yeast infection at www.mercola.com
you can find holistic ways to help her and prevent it from happening.

Good Luck.

Answer 8

Take her to a doctor

Answer 9

I think you should bring her to the hospital because this seems like a serious problem.

Answer 10

This is very serious bring her to the doctor. I dont know what else i can tell you.