Is it yeast infection?

Question

My perineal area was really itchy for about 2 months (it's not itchy now). It itches after my menstration. But this time it took longer than a couple of days. I told my mom and she said that maybe because I wore tight pants, but even if I wore loose clothing it still itches. I though I got it from a feminine wash. And I've read some that if it is itchy it can be a yeast infection.

It's now itching now. I stop using the feminine wash and it also stopped itching.

I forgot... I bought monostat but the itching still continues... I used benadryl to relieve the itch and it worked! is it yeast infection? help? but it's not itching now I just want to know because I'm scared...

Answer 1

Go to a Gynec and do culture test and find out what exactly is it. Simply trying out different medicines and creams wont help u. Culture test will give u the result of what infection it is and antibiotic sensitivity test will tell u what antibiotic ur supposed to take. So better first consult a gynec and go for microbiological analysis. Only if u know what has caused the infection, u can treat it.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

Probably is a yeast infection. It is, afterall, the number one cause fr the symptoms youve mentioned. Best way to figure it out?.... trial and error. Get a yeast cream.. and apply. Wash daily and dab dry and apply afterwards.
in three days there should be a difference. If not.. guess what.. it is not yeast!

Answer 4

Vaginal thrush is a common infection caused by a yeast called candida albicans, which lives - in small numbers – in areas of the body like the bowel, mouth and in the vagina. Thrush develops when candida numbers grow excessively. Thrush is also known as candidiasis.

Vaginal itching or burning are common symptoms
Symptoms which you may experience if you develop thrush include:

Vaginal discomfort - itching or burning
A thick white discharge with a 'cottage cheese' appearance
Redness or swelling of the vagina or vulva
Stinging or burning while urinating.
Diagnosis of thrush
For a diagnosis of thrush to be made, your doctor will need to examine your genitals and take swab specimens from the affected area.

How thrush occurs
Thrush is not a sexually transmitted disease. It is caused by an overgrowth of candida, which normally lives in the vagina. The overgrowth may be due to:
Antibiotic use
Oral contraceptive use
Diabetes
Pregnancy
General illness and immune system disorders.
Sometimes, the reason for candida overgrowth cannot be identified.

Treatment includes creams and suppositories
Treatment usually involves antifungal creams or pessaries (tablets), which are placed in the vagina at night. This helps to reduce candida numbers and thrush symptoms.

Treatment is not always necessary
Sometimes symptoms only last for a short time (for example, the week before your period) and treatment is not necessary.

Preventing thrush
To help prevent thrush:
Wipe from front to back after using the toilet. This will prevent the spread of candida from the anus to the vagina.
Use mild soap or sorbolene-glycerine cream to wash the genital area daily.
Avoid using antiseptics, irritating douches or perfumed sprays in the genital area.
Avoid tight fitting pants and synthetic underwear.

Answer 5

First of all you should never use a douche (feminine wash).
As it screw up your ph balance and can cause irritation in your vaginal area as well as yeast infections. Don't use anymore feminine hygiene products and go see your gynecologist.