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Before starting my period i feel burning, and also when i insert a tampon it burns. i have never been sexually active. what can be causing this?

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Many possibilities: Vestibulitis, yeast infection, interstitial cystitis, urinary tract infection, and dermatitis are among the plethora of possibilities. See a gynecologist, he/she will be gentle and thorough to help you feel better.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/24/2013

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