I am a teen (16) and am not sexually active. lately i have been having white and smelly discharge like fishy and it itches. I do douche and i am scared i have bacterial vaginosis. If left un-treated can i become sterile or have problems?
2007-01-15 09:42:19 · 8 answers · asked by prettygirl 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ STDs
It sounds like you already know what it is. Bacterial vaginosis has the discharge that you described with the associated odor. Just go to the Dr and get a rx to clean it up. STOP douching! They say that is the worst thing that you can do. Yes you are eliminating bacteria, but you get rid of the good with the bad. Our bodies are adapted to clean themselves out when it comes to stuff like that.
If your not trying to go to the Dr for this and you want to treat it naturally, you could try douching PLAIN yogurt or buttermilk. I know it sounds HORRIBLE but it actually works!
2007-01-17 13:12:38 · answer #1 · answered by Topaz 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all if you are not sexually active then you don't have to douche. Ducheing is to clean out a smell. Douches are not good for you at all.
Is douching safe?
Most doctors and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) suggest that women steer clear of douching. All healthy vaginas contain some bacteria and other organisms called the vaginal flora. The normal acidity of the vagina keeps the amount of bacteria down. But douching can change this delicate balance. This may make a woman more prone to vaginal infections. Plus, douching can spread existing vaginal infections up into the uterus, fallopian tubes, and ovaries.
If you are expirenceing discharge but it white then you are okay unless there is to much. It is normal for the white stuff to come. But if there is a lot then you might have a yeast infection.
Vaginal yeast infections (candidiasis) cause a thick white coating in your vulva and vagina. It happens when candida, a fungus that is normally found in the body, grows too much in these areas. It also can happen in your mouth and throat, and is called thrush. Symptoms include a thick, white discharge, pain during sex, pain when you pass urine, and vaginal burning and soreness. Treatment is usually with creams or suppositories, which you can buy in the drug store or get from your doctor. If this treatment doesn't work, there are pills, like fluconazole (Diflucan) or ketoconazole (Nizoral) that will treat the infection. Vaginal yeast infections are common and easily treated in most women, but happen more often and are harder to treat in women with HIV.
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2007-01-15 17:53:06 · answer #2 · answered by fxysxysrkly 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It could just be a yeast infection. Just go to your doc and they will give you treatment. Both yeast infections and bacterial vaginosis are not a big deal if you get treatment. Yes if left untreated the infection could go up into your vagina and eventually cause all kinds of problems. If cost is a problem, most free clinics treat problems like this. The antibiotics are modestly priced and if it is a yeast infection, just get some monistat or something.
2007-01-15 21:03:09 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It sounds to me like you have a yeast infection. Stop douching. Many OB's will tell you that douching can affect the bacteria in your vagina. Your body cleanses itself every month when you have a period. I would just talk to your mom. There are many over the counter remedies you can use or your doctor can prescribe something for it. Having a yeast infection is very common. But I would talk to mom and go from there. Best wishes!
2007-01-17 09:44:39 · answer #4 · answered by foxiegixxergurl2004 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Vaginitis (Vaginal Yeast Infection)
Vaginitis or infection of vagina can be caused by the common yeast (candida), some bacteria or a parasite known as trichomoniasis. In this section, we will mainly discuss about the yeast infection. Candida, which causes skin infections in mouth, on body folds, in nails, also causes infection of the vagina. The candida yeast causes vaginitis commonly in most of the women. When the yeast multiplies, it infects the vagina and has to be treated with anti-fungal medications. Such kind of yeast infections are not considered sexually transmitted diseases. Some women are prone to recurrent yeast infections of the vagina. Why women get this condition from candida and how to cure it? Let us discuss. more-
http://www.doctorgoodskin.com/ds/vaginitis/
2007-01-16 04:37:27 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sweety just call the doctor or talk to your mom you may have a yest infection which you can buy meds over the counter for that.
2007-01-15 21:31:45 · answer #6 · answered by JJ 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
u have to get it treated,and douching is not a very good thing either,it changes the normal flora in ur vagina and make it susceptible for infections.
2007-01-15 17:52:21 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes bv must be treated or it can cuase serious problems long term.
2007-01-15 21:26:42 · answer #8 · answered by micg 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋