What Causes Vaginal Irritation And Frequent Urination After Treating Chlamydia Infection?

Posted on Thu, 17 Aug 2017

Question: I just go out of a long term relationship and I've always gotten tested for STDS/ HIV every three months. Too my XXXXXXX I tested positive for chlamydia. I was bleeding between periods, vaginal discharge, painful sex etc (finished medication on July 7th 2017). My vaginal area seemed to feel better, but recently (for about a week now) I've been having vaginal burning, irritation and a constant urge to urinate. Did the medication clear the chlamydia? Or is it another std? I have no sores/lesions and it does not hurt to urinate. I've been freaking out thinking it may be general herpes, but wouldn't lessons have appeared by now? And I read that if I had the lesions inside the vaginal area it would hurt as urine passes by them but it does not

Answered by Dr. Shanti Vennam (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Detailed below.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thanks for letting us know your health concern.

Vaginal infection needs review after the initial course of treatment. This is because recurrence is very common and so is drug resistance with incomplete treatment.

In the current scenario, to clarify all your doubts and also to know the cause of the present condition, I would ask you to have a clinical evaluation, get a swab test and urinalysis. Further management can be planned accordingly.

Some precautions help in preventing recurrence. 1. Avoid vaginal douche. Instead, use mild antiseptic solution to clean the genital area. 2. Avoid tampons. Use sanitary napkins. 3. Wear loose fitting and well ventilated undergarments.

Treatment is ideally given as prophylaxis for 6 months after cure.

Hope I have clarified your query. Please feel free to contact for further information. I will be happy to help.

regards,
Shanti.V.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng

Follow up: Dr. Shanti Vennam (5 minutes later)

Thank you, Dr.
I was planning to do a check up at my local planned parenthood to make sure the infection is gone. Last question, do my symptoms now sound like herpes? I know a valuation is necessary but my anxiety is at an all time high and I need to ease my mind. Thank you for your time.

Answered by Dr. Shanti Vennam (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Unlikely.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

Thanks for writing back.

This presentation seems unlikely to be Herpes infection. It is more likely to be a recurring fungal infection. Do not worry. You can expect complete cure with timely and proper attention.

Hope this helps. Please let me know if you need any more information.

regards,
Shanti.V.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng