Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
White Discharge, Itching And Discomfort In The Vagina. Had Yeast Infection In The Past. Is It A Recurrence?
I have been sexually active and recently discovered white discharge in my panties and an uncomfortable feeling in general around my vaginal area . I have had a yeast infection before so I figured that's what it may be. Then just yesterday I started to itch and my vagina is really red and irritable. When I urinate it burned badly.
Mon, 3 Jun 2013
Hello,
Your symptoms of white vaginal discharge accompanied by along with redness and itching in vagina and painful urination do suggest a yeast infection but you must consult your doctor and get a vaginal swab test and urine test done for the exact diagnosis as other causes like bacterial vaginitis or Trichomoniasis can also result in similar symtoms.
Once the exact cause is identified,the proper medications can be instituted.
Self medication should be avoided.
Thanks
Your symptoms of white vaginal discharge accompanied by along with redness and itching in vagina and painful urination do suggest a yeast infection but you must consult your doctor and get a vaginal swab test and urine test done for the exact diagnosis as other causes like bacterial vaginitis or Trichomoniasis can also result in similar symtoms.
Once the exact cause is identified,the proper medications can be instituted.
Self medication should be avoided.
Thanks
I find this answer helpful
Note: Revert back with your gynae reports to get a clear medical analysis by our expert Gynecologic Oncologist. Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Self medication
Loading Online Doctors....