I thought I had thrush and went to docs, but it has come back twice now so the meds arent working. Its not itchy, but I have a white discharge which doesnt smell bad and I cant think what this could be. I will go back to the docs, but just wanted to see if anyone could fill me in on what it could be.
2007-08-30 23:20:34 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Women's Health
It's normal everyone gets it, usually it gets heavier when you are pregnant it's nothing to worry about, xx
2007-08-30 23:26:32 · answer #1 · answered by ωєℓѕн 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Thrush is a yeast infection, caused by the bacteria Candida Albicans.
If is perfectly harmless unless re-occuring a lot.
Wearing tight leggings, tight jeans (including those size 10s you squeeze you into when you're a 12 ;) Lol!), synthetic knickers and basically anything that's tight around that area causes a nice, warm, damp area for the yeast to gather and multiply, thus causing thrush.
The way to prevent thrush is to choose natural fibre knickers, try on jeans before buying and replacing as soon as the old ones don't fit and basically wearing something that fits but doesn't feel tight to let the air circulate. If your thrush still comes back, then have your sexual partner checked for thrush.
Thrush is not an STI, but it can be passed on by sex. It is normally just a few days that it lasts for and you can see your doc if you want to check you over.
If you're REALLY worried about thrush then there are specialised Genito-Urinary Medical clinic (also called GUM clinics) that you don't need to be registered with for them to check you over. The best thing is, it's totally confidential and you can give any name you want, as long you remember that name for when you go back (Minnie/Mickey Mouse is a popular option!).
The white discharge, it's a sign that your body is cleaning itself out before your period. It could be that you've never noticed it before. Just keep yourself clean around your vaginal area and if it keeps occuring, you can go to the GUM clinic for tests.
I hope it all goes OK for you!
Sapph x
2007-08-31 07:03:25 · answer #2 · answered by Bekah! (: 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There was a thing about this on TV a while ago and some woman just have more discharge than others and wear panty liners.It can be caused by being to clean "down there",which sounds crazy but its true!However, I would recommend having a smear test if i was you,just to make sure there are no "nasties" lurking
2007-08-31 06:28:36 · answer #3 · answered by juliebobs69 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it is itchy then it could be thrush. Best thing to do is dunk a tampon in some natural yougurt and insert! Might put you off yogurt but it works!
2007-08-31 06:31:03 · answer #4 · answered by ells 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A white discharge depending on where you are at in your cycle could mean that the period is coming as well. Also, this could mean bacterial vaginosis. Sometimes there isn't always a smell with this kind of infection.
2007-08-31 06:27:02 · answer #5 · answered by sokokl 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Thrush is actually a yeast infection in your mouth. Is there anything like a toothbrush that you keep using in your mouth? You might keep giving it to your self again. Thrush is common with babies.
2007-08-31 06:27:06 · answer #6 · answered by jessello 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it could be just a normal discharge that some women have.... see what your doctor says.xx
2007-08-31 06:29:08 · answer #7 · answered by * Flirt * 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
IT CAN BE A NATURALLY OCCURING THING,BUT GET CHECKED FOR YOUR OWN PEACE OF MIND,YOU SOUND LIKE A VERY SENSIBLE PERSON.
2007-08-31 06:27:06 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
normal everyday life?
2007-08-31 06:26:13 · answer #9 · answered by Once B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
its all normal hun dont worry about it
2007-08-31 06:27:31 · answer #10 · answered by HeatherzFeatherz 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋