Only a doctor can tell for sure if you have a yeast infection by taking a swab and run some tests to know for sure. Sometimes you can tell by the feel, look, and smell that you have a yeast infection.
It feels like an intense itching, burning sensation, localized in your vagina and vulva. This itching is not always present, but can get really bad, so bad you can hardly walk, let alone sit still or concentrate on anything.
It looks like clumpy white stuff. Most medical descriptions compare the discharge to ricotta cheese, but it can range from thick and not clumpy to faintly yellow to thin and clear.
It smells like bread or beer. In fact, it smells pretty much exactly like yeast.
There are other types of infections that can sometimes infect your vagina and vulva and it's helpful to know the symptoms of all of them so you can be really sure before you go treat yourself for a yeast infection you might not have.
A bacterial infection of the vagina can feel a lot like a yeast infection if the vulval area is itchy or painful. Unlike a yeast infection, the discharge can be dark yellow, green, or brown and it won't smell like bread, it can smell like fish or something rotting. If you think you might have a bacterial infection, or if you're not sure, get I would recommend going to see your doctor as this has to be treated with prescription antibiotics.
Urinary tract infections (UTI's) are due to bacteria infecting the urethra rather than the vagina. UTI's can be fairly easily distinguished from vaginal infections by a host of symptoms, including pain or burning when urinating, blood or mucus in urine, needing to urinate often, pain or pressure in back or lower abdomen and a fever or chills. If you think you might have a UTI, don't delay, go see your doctor, because the infection can travel up past the bladder, causing kidney damage.
Another type of infection called trichomoniasis is caused by a parasite that can infect both the vagina and the urinary tract, and is primarily sexually transmitted. If you have a trichomoniasis infection, your vagina can be itchy or painful, it can hurt to urinate, intercourse can be painful, and occasionally you can experience pain in your lower abdomen. Again, you have to see a doctor to get antibiotics to treat this.
Good luck :)
2007-11-29 21:17:52
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answered by Anonymous
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2016-09-08 23:22:36
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answered by Precious 3
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Hello, I'm on the second week and seeing definite improvement on my yeast infection symptoms:
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Note that: If the yeast infection doesn't respond to over the counter treatment, prescription medication will likely be necessary. Similarly, if the symptoms return after two months of being treated, you should contact the doctor for professional treatment rather than resorting again to home treatment.
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If this is the first time you have experienced a yeast infection, you should schedule an appointment to have the condition treated by a doctor instead of resorting to home treatment
2016-05-16 12:53:31
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answered by Anonymous
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Vaginitis is infection or inflammation of the vagina. It can cause itching and burning, a change in vaginal discharge, and sometimes pain during sex.
What causes vaginitis?
Vaginitis may be caused by bacteria, yeast, or other germs. Bath products, douches, and spermicides also can irritate the vagina and cause itching and discomfort.
The three most common types of vaginitis, and their causes, are:
Yeast infection. A healthy vagina normally contains a small number of yeast cells, along with a certain number of bacteria. Normally there aren't enough of the yeast cells to cause problems. But sometimes something happens to the vagina that lets the yeast cells multiply quickly and take over, causing symptoms. Taking antibiotics sometimes causes this. Being pregnant, taking birth control pills that contain estrogen, or having hormone replacement therapy can also cause it. So can some health problems, like diabetes or HIV infection.
Bacterial vaginosis. This happens when some of the bacteria normally found in the vagina are able to multiply quickly and take over, causing symptoms. Experts are not sure what causes this. But certain things make it more likely to happen. These include having more than one sex partner, having a female sex partner, having a sexually transmitted disease, using an IUD for birth control, and douching.
Trichomoniasis. This is a sexually transmitted disease caused by a parasite. You get it by having sex with someone who has it. It is commonly called trich (say "trick").
Symptoms of vaginitis may include:
A change in your normal vaginal discharge, including gray, green, or yellow discharge.
Vaginal redness, swelling, itching, or pain.
Vaginal odor.
Burning when you urinate.
Pain or bleeding when you have sex.
2007-11-29 11:15:46
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answered by ebony_316 4
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I don't think yeast infections are yellowish green at all. They are more a milky white. I don't know what you have, but I would definitely see a doctor. With some things, the sooner you get treated, the better you are.
2007-11-29 11:15:00
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answered by relandlukesmom 3
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2015-05-27 22:07:51
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answered by ? 2
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No....
Different types of infections:
Signs of yeast infections:
White, cottage cheese-like discharge
Swelling and pain around the vulva
Intense itching
Signs of bacterial vaginosis:
A white, gray or yellowish vaginal discharge
A fishy odor that is strongest after sex or after washing with soap
Itching or burning
Slight redness and swelling of the vagina or vulva
Signs of trichomoniasis
A watery, yellowish or greenish bubbly discharge
An unpleasant odor
Pain and itching when urinating
Most apparent after your period
It could also be gonorrhea .
2007-11-29 11:31:04
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answered by Anonymous
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Yes, this can be an indication of a yeast infection but the only way to find out for sure what is going on is to see your doctor for further evaluation of the situation to see what they think could be going on.
2007-11-29 11:15:25
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answered by sokokl 7
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The color doesn't sound like yeast. Is there an odor? Best bet is to go see the doctor rather than purchase OTC medication. This requires a doctor to check not folks on Yahoo.
2007-11-29 11:13:52
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answered by Anonymous
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have you had unprotecetd sex
cuz ive been studying stds
and thats sounds like one
better go get that checked out
i am not trying to scare you
but yeast infections is clearish light yellowish discharge
2007-11-29 11:13:27
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answered by 2smartimdumb-lol 2
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