I'm 19 and i'm A VIRGIN! i havn't had intercourse and my vagina is really itchy particually on the inside and u know the flaps? yea on the end of the flaps its really red and kind of swollen i havn't seen a swollen on before so i dun know if it is swollen or not.I have a tiny bit of discharge that smells kind of fishy and it also hurts a little when i pee like i get a burning sensation.I don't want to see a doctor because i don't like people fiddling around with my vagina and looking at it..it just seems weird. HEELLPP!!!! do i have an infection? i am scared!
2007-01-01 20:57:36 · 12 answers · asked by Lea J 1 in Health ➔ Women's Health
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2007-01-01 21:03:20 · answer #1 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It does sound as though you could have an infection. Given the symptoms you describe, either a yeast infection or a urinary tract infection is possible. If you don't feel *generally* bad, and if you've been scratching, the burning at urination could be the result of urine (which is rather salty and acid) burning the irritated areas, so my first guess is a yeast infection. I think that I would try an over-the-counter yeast infection treatment (something like Monistat or Gyne-Lotrimin); ordinary mineral oil can help soothe the itch until the medication has time to take effect.
If that doesn't work fairly quickly (many work in 1 to 3 days), then you should get to your doctor to be examined for a urinary tract infection, which usually requires treatment with antibiotics.
Many women get yeast infections if they've recently been taking broad-spectrum antibiotics, which sometimes kill the "good" bacteria that ordinarily would keep the yeast in check. If you've recently been taking antibiotics, that would be another clue that you have a yeast infection.
Either way, neither yeast infections nor bladder infections are serious as long as you don't let them get out of hand. I promise that your doctor has seen more vaginas than he/she can count; one more is going to be about as remarkable to your doctor as seeing a nose on somebody's face, so don't sweat the exam if you do end up needing one.
Good luck!
2007-01-01 21:07:25 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The discharge is usually from a yeast infection...no uncommon or serious but needs to be taken care of. You might be able to by some over the counter medication for it without going to the doctor. The other thing is a kidney infection that causes the burning. Drink lots and lots of water and cranberry juice to get rid of that. If that doesnt work, go to a Urologist. He just takes a sample of urine and determines the cause....no poking around.
Then he'll just give you some pills......dont...do not let them tell you that a minor surgical procedure is necessary....they say that only to make extra money, when a prescription will do. Drinking cokes, milk and other juices is not the same as water. Lack of drinking water usually causes a kidney infection.
2007-01-01 21:06:48 · answer #3 · answered by lisamisc 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would just wait until the symptoms of the yeast infection is gone......that infection can be passed on. Believe it or not, my grandson (he's 16 months) got a yeast infection from strong antibiotics he was on. His little balls swelled up like golf balls and he had a horrible rash. Males can get it too......just wait until the symptoms are gone and then you should be okay. BEEN THERE ON MANY OCCASIONS - UNFORTUNATELY.
2016-05-23 05:38:57 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You could have an infection.Even if you have had no sex you can have an infection due to poor hygine or because of the biolgical make up of women they can get infections from toilet seats if fluids from the infected person are found there.So before it is too late see a doctor.Among infections which are sexually transmitted or can be got without engaging in sex are fungal infections.Please seek medical attention .
2007-01-01 21:18:46 · answer #5 · answered by jus-tus 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sweetie, you have to see a healthcare professional of some sort.
If it's a Urinary Tract Infection, you'll be glad you went sooner rather than later, as they get really uncomfortable.
Tell the healthcare worker your concerns about them and I am sure they'll be extra careful.
Call today. You can call Planned Parenthood of you don't have a doctor.
2007-01-01 21:23:47 · answer #6 · answered by Bliss 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like you have a yeast infection, they are common for you age. get an over the counter medicine
(ask the pharmacist) and you will be fine. If the symptoms continue go to your doctor.
2007-01-01 21:02:24 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeast Infection or Urinary Tract Infection. For Best Remedies see your gynecologist.
2007-01-01 20:59:30 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Get over your fears and go see your doctor. For this situation you can ask a nurse to do it. But plz get it checked out.
2007-01-01 21:02:49 · answer #9 · answered by Little Princess 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, do have an infection. im very sorry to say. go see a doctor NOW! I googled 'Signs of Vaginal infection' for you, and yes, you do have an infection. Don't let it get serious.
2007-01-01 21:03:16 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like yeast or bacterial vaginosis. You might want to get over your doctor fears.
2007-01-01 21:00:16 · answer #11 · answered by michalakd 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋