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Question

i have whitish discharge and is itchy down there but dun think got any smell... what is it??? dunno it's yeast infection or other infection... how???

Answer 1

sounds more like a normal vaginal discharge...heres a few other discharges u can get.

NORMAL VAGINAL DISCHARGE
All women have some vaginal discharge. Normal discharge may appear clear, cloudy white, and/or yellowish when dry on clothing. It may also contain white flecks and at times may be thin and stringy. Changes in normal discharge can occur for many reasons, including menstrual cycle, emotional stressors, nutritional status, pregnancy, usage of medications - including birth control pills, and sexual arousal.



EFFECTS OF THE MENSTRUAL CYCLE
The menstrual cycle affects the vaginal environment. You may notice increased wetness and clear discharge around mid-cycle. The pH balance of the vagina fluctuates during the cycle and is the least acidic on the days just prior to and during menstruation. Infections, therefore, are most common at this time.



SIGNS OF ABNORMAL DISCHARGE
Any changes in color or amount of discharge may be a sign of a vaginal infection. Vaginal infections are very common; most women will experience some form of a vaginal infection in their lifetime. If you experience any of the symptoms below, this may be a sign of vaginal infection:

Discharge accompanied by itching, rash or soreness

Persistent, increased discharge

Burning on skin during urination

White, clumpy discharge (somewhat like cottage cheese)

Grey/white or yellow/green discharge with a foul odor

PREVENTION AND TREATMENT GUIDELINES FOR VAGINAL INFECTIONS:

Have new partners wear condoms during sexual intercourse.

Stay healthy; eat well, get enough sleep, drink enough fluids.

Keep vaginal area clean and dry.

Wear cotton underwear.

Wipe from front to back after urination or bowel movement.

Avoid using deodorant pads or tampons.

Don't use petroleum jelly or other oils for lubricants.

Don't douche.

Use medication as long as directed.

Avoid sexual intercourse until treatment is completed and you are symptom free.

Don't scratch infected or inflamed areas; it can cause further irritation.

If using medication inside the vagina, use it during the menstrual period.

During an infection, use pads rather than tampons if menstruation occurs.

Avoid vulvo/vaginal irritants, including perfumed or deodorant soaps/body washes.

If symptoms persist after completing the treatment, an exam is indicated. Call for an appointment,

and please use nothing in the vagina for 48 hours prior to your exam.

Answer 2

Have you been on antibiotics lately? It sounds like a yeast infection, but, could also be an STD. The only way to know for sure is to see a doctor. If you have an STD and don't get a correct diagnosis, you could end up in a lot of trouble (infertility for one).

Answer 3

More than likely its an infection.
whether its a yeast infection or not.......i would not know.

Go to your doctor and ask him about it.
The discharge is suppose to be a clear mucus.
If its white then that means there may be an infection.
Go to your doctor about it. There will not be any oral examinations (if you dont like the doctors "down there") They will simply take a urine sample.

Answer 4

Sounds like it could be a yeast infection. If you don't know, and never had one before, you really need to see a doctor to make sure.

Answer 5

It could be a yeast infection or a bacterial infection. Go to the doctor and he'll write you a prescription.

Answer 6

could be a lot of things - thrush, yeast infection, STD hard to really tell until you see a dr. who'd be able to do the tests. But, rest easy for now, it's very common amongst ladies and may really be nothing to worry about at all, eventually. Still, I'd urge you see a dr. for the sake of peace of mind, at least.

Answer 7

It could be a normal yeast infection. It could also be a symptom of a couple different STDs.

Answer 8

Thrush

Knob Rot!