Female Problems, Itching, worried about STD's?

Question

Ok, so I have been experiencing some off and on itching "down there" for about 4 weeks. Oddly enough, it only happens part of the time. I haven't changed detergents recently and I'm not sexually active. I've checked myself out and I don't look red or irritated and there's no unusual discharge/smell...just insane itching! I don't shave at present and also use unscented bar soap to wash. I don't get cold sores but I know that you can have HSV 1 without syptoms. What do ya'll think this could be given that info? Do you think its possible that I unknowingly transfered herpes to myself (wiping, etc.?)

Answer 1

Could be a reoccuring yeast infection - they itch like crazy - try some Monistat - and if that doesn't work, call your gyno for the Diflucan pill - it will wipe it out. Also, eating yogurt everyday helps prevent yeast infections. Good Luck!

Answer 2

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Answer 3

Ok, it could be a yeast infection. Also, you don't have to change detergents to develop an allergy to the one you are currently using. And, believe it or not, some people are actually allergic to bar soap (I am), and have to use shower gel instead. If you wear nylon underwear or pantyhose, this could be the problem, too. There are a lot of possibilities. Best to see a doc, make sure you don't have an STD or urinary tract infection, or yeast infection. If you don't and it still doesn't go away try changing detergents, switching to a hypoallergenic shower gel or getting cotton underwear. You'll get best results if you make one change of soap and detergent at a time instead of all at once, because if you change to something else that irritates you you won't know which one it is. The cotton underwear if you don't already wear them, might be where you want to start. Also there are some non-soap feminine cleansers that are non-irritating and work quite well.

Answer 4

If you haven't had a break out of a cold sore then there is no way of transferring it and if you did, it wouldn't be the STD herpes virus it, would be type B. which is not a big deal to the point that if you had a break out (down there) it would only occur once and not have more break outs like Type A herpes which is the actual STD. Of course unless by some unruly chance you get another cold sore and contaminate the area again by not proper sanitation (washing hands in warm water and soap etc..). WARNING: to all that don't know, Do not go down on your partner if you have any signs of a cold sore developing, it will give them herpes down in that area (Type B) but if you have intercourse after it CAN lead to Type A.
But to answer your questions it can just be normal itching do to the hormones in your body secreting extra discharge due to something as simple as the whether change. If it's not major itching to the point of burning itch, I wouldn't worry about it. My advice if you have insurance or just go to plan parenthood, go get a physical (pap, breast exam, preg. test) and ask for a STD test and HIV test because everybody should get tested every six month for your own knowledge that your the healthiest you can be.

Answer 5

Once you have HSV-1 or HSV-2 in one nerve ganglia cluster, it's exceedingly rare for it to infect another cluster. It is almost unheard of to "catch" a disease from a toilet seat. To catch HSV from a toilet seat, you would have to have an open sore where the other person "shed" the virus. Which means, they would have to have an open and active sore on their butt/thighs and you would have to have an open sore on your butt/thigs.

HSV-1 and HSV-2 can infect either major ganglia cluster, leading to oral or genital outbreaks. The virus does not know nor care which ganglia cluster it's infecting.

Some itching is normal. I've never been infected with anything and itch on occasion. Maybe there's just some lint from your TP. Maybe you don't drink enough water and your skin just gets dry.

If you're worried about it, go have a full STD course run by your doctor.

Answer 6

There is always the remote possibility that you have a yeast infection or a bladder infection. Even if you haven't been active lately this could be something from an earlier mate. You would only be helping your self to get checked out at your doctor's or a health clinic. Don't let this turn into something bigger.

Answer 7

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.
Ruling out other conditions
A number of other vaginal conditions result in symptoms that are similar to those of thrush. If you have repeated episodes of thrush, despite following treatment and prevention guidelines, you should see your doctor. They will establish whether you have thrush or another vaginal condition.

Management of recurrent thrush
Any factor contributing to the overgrowth of candida should be identified and eliminated. If no contributing factors are found, a course of preventative treatment usually stops further episodes.

Answer 8

As stated above, it is most likely a yeast infection or bacterial vaginosis (a bacterial infection), or both at the same time (this is common). See your doctor, especially if you have never had a yeast infection before. Yeast infections can be treated with either pills or cream, and the same for bacterial vaginosis. Another possibility is just irritation, or, if you are using condoms, a latex allergy. The best thing to do would be to see a doctor or nurse practioner.

Answer 9

It might be related to:
--the fabric of the clothing you're wearing (maybe something is irritating you)
--infection from past sexual experience (some STDs stay dormant for months to years before showing symptoms)
--make sure you shower everyday (it's important to keep your body clean!)

Answer 10

high blood sugar can cause itching, wiping to hard or from back to front, not rinsing the soap off well toweling to hard, an infection that hasnt dropped, and sometimes just cause as in my case. back to front spreads germs that front to back dont. if you ever have to do a urinaylis at the dr. they'll explain that. find a cream w/ anestetic i think equate makes it good luck