Question 1

what could cause a stinging burning pain on right side of vagina?

Accepted Answer

Be seen: You should be examined to determine the cause and possible treatment options.

Question 2

after sex my vagina hurts and burns and stings why? i always stop sex earlier cause it starts to hurt

Accepted Answer

Burning during sex: Most common reason for what you describe is inadequate lubrication.  Try using more lubrication and if it starts to burn during sex, you may need to stop and add additional lubrication.

Question 3

i can feel what feels like little air bubbles coming out of my vagina. sometimes it stings a little. what would cause this? it happens quite a bit

Accepted Answer

? FISTULA: You could have a small enterovaginal fistula - that is, an abnormal connection between the vaginal vault and a loop of bowel. See your doctor or gynecologist. Good luck.

Question 4

i had e coli which caused a uti. i no longer have e coli, but have stinging/pain in my vagina. i did a culture and the e coli is gone. whats going on?

Accepted Answer

Vaginitis: If you took an antibiotic you might now have a vaginal yeast infection, but it could be another bacterial infection as well.  If something like Monistat or lotrimin (clotrimazole) helps its likely yeast.  If no improvement get seen by your doc.

Question 5

cause of uncomfortable pain like a stinging discomfort after a man ejaculates and doesn't remove his penis from vagina rt away has had it for decades?

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Please clarify: Is it the woman who has vaginal pain or the man who has burning in or around the penis?  Sorry. Confused.

Question 6

asking for a friend. she is having a sting feeling on the out side of her vagina when she wipesb. she thinks it's from chaffing from cheap tp at her work could this be the cause ? sting is outside not inside no other symptoms?

Accepted Answer

: Please see your Gynecologist for a thorough examination and recommendations. If you are not confident in your Doctor please see another for a second opinion.

Question 7

the smooth part between my vagina and anus stings and is very sore sometimes what could be the cause ?

Accepted Answer

Chafing?: It could be an infection, either bacterial or a fungal/yeast infection, or you could be rubbing it.  Wear only cotton underwear, and keep things dry, but if not better, you should be seen.

Question 8

ruling out other health problems. can anxiety/stress cause itching and minor stinging sensations that last a couple of seconds in the vagina/anus?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely.: Anxiety can cause very strange sensations in the body however, it is best to have your ob-gyne check you out. The sensations you describe are not common symptoms of anxiety and stress.

Question 9

i cut my vagina by accident , and now it stings when i pee what can i do? can this cause an infection?

Accepted Answer

Apply antibiotic: Treat that area like you would with any other cut. Keep it clean with soap and apply antibiotic cream till it's healed.

Question 10

hi doc what causes a very red raw feeling vagina in labia inner near vag opening what can i use to stop the pain? was stinging when using ph soap wash

Accepted Answer

Yeast: A yeast infection is the most likely reason for soreness or burning sensation. Try a topical antifungal  and see your Gynecologist if no improvement in a couple of days. Meanwhile, try Vagisil or topical lidocaine for the discomfort. Keep cool and dry.

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What could cause a stinging burning pain on right side of vagina?

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After sex my vagina hurts and burns and stings why? i always stop sex earlier cause it starts to hurt

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I can feel what feels like little air bubbles coming out of my vagina. sometimes it stings a little. what would cause this? it happens quite a bit

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I had e coli which caused a uti. i no longer have e coli, but have stinging/pain in my vagina. i did a culture and the e coli is gone. whats going on?

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Cause of uncomfortable pain like a stinging discomfort after a man ejaculates and doesn't remove his penis from vagina rt away has had it for decades?

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Asking for a friend. she is having a sting feeling on the out side of her vagina when she wipesb. she thinks it's from chaffing from cheap tp at her work could this be the cause ? sting is outside not inside no other symptoms?

A member asked:

The smooth part between my vagina and anus stings and is very sore sometimes what could be the cause ?

A member asked:

Ruling out other health problems. can anxiety/stress cause itching and minor stinging sensations that last a couple of seconds in the vagina/anus?

A member asked:

I cut my vagina by accident , and now it stings when i pee what can i do? can this cause an infection?

A member asked:

Hi doc what causes a very red raw feeling vagina in labia inner near vag opening what can i use to stop the pain? was stinging when using ph soap wash

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