2006-08-08 05:02:23 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Women's Health
Doctor, go to a doctor.
2006-08-08 05:06:30 · answer #1 · answered by meshan 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
We all get infections from time to time, the vagina is a very delicate area and there are many causes for infections, sometimes seemingly no cause at all. Even menstruation can cause vaginal infections because menstrual blood is a different PH to your vagina normally, which is acidic, a change in vaginal PH can throw off the natural balance of yeast and bacteria that results in infections. This is also why you should only wash with water as anything else will affect this natural balance that keeps you healthy, washing with soap is one of the most common causes of infection.
Tampons, no matter how long you leave them in for, will cause infections, this is because for one they prevent the vagina from cleaning itself normally, they also absorb all fluids meaning that they can cause vaginal splitting where bacteria can get in and cause problems. Tampons are pores so they give bacteria a warm moist area filled with nutritious menstrual blood where they can multiply. If you use commercial tampons there is added risk from the materials used because of their super absorbency and from the unnecessary chemicals and bleach that interfere with the vaginal PH – this is why commercial tampons are the most harmful out of 20+ menstrual options. Tampons are always a risk.
If you have an infection you should go to your doctor to get tested, alternatively a GUM or family planning clinic will be able to test and treat you as well. If there are other issues then this too should be taken up with your doctor.
2006-08-08 07:28:57 · answer #2 · answered by Kasha 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There's any number of things that could be wrong down there that have nothing to do with tampons or having sex.
You don't tell us what your symptoms are, so it's hard to hazard a guess. If you are at all worried, though, see your GP.
2006-08-08 18:16:26 · answer #3 · answered by Hello Dave 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have stopped using tampons as they used to give me thrush and cystitis. I would go to a doctor or your local sexual health clinic/family planning centre (even though you are not having sex they will still help you)
2006-08-08 05:11:38 · answer #4 · answered by chelle0980 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try NHS Direct they might be able to help without the embarrassment of seeing someone face to face. Wouldn't think it is anything to serious but better to get some professional advise. Good luck with whatever you decide to do.
2006-08-08 06:09:48 · answer #5 · answered by denise4264 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't worry too much about it woman often have problems down below most of the time they rectify themselves, although if it persist consult your doctor.
2006-08-08 05:11:25 · answer #6 · answered by jonibobs 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Qiuck!! To the ER!!!
But really, sometimez the food you eat can throw your body off balance like too much sugar and alcohol and meat and stuff...
Especially 'yeasty' products...
2006-08-08 05:10:37 · answer #7 · answered by BlakLuv_06!! 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You could have a yeast infection or something.
best to get it checked by a Doctor
2006-08-08 05:07:22 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
go and see your GP or nearest sexual health clinic. It's quite likely a fungal infection which can be caught by wearing nylon undies for example...
2006-08-08 05:17:48 · answer #9 · answered by Littlegreydevil 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
simple infection probably thrush easy to pick up go to docs you'll soon be sorted
2006-08-08 05:08:21 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋