Hartford, Connecticut
A 24-year-old female asked:
I have frequent vaganial itching and sex has been a little painful/not as good.don't think it's a yeast infection, had them before/had treatment. help!?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
Dr. Gary Newmananswered
31 years experience
Possible yeast: External vaginal itching triggered by friction from intercourse may have several causes such as infection , and inflammatory changes associated with menopause.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
5.4k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Related questions
A 19-year-old female asked:
I have a yeast infection and I used the monistat 1 day treatment. My symptoms are better but I still have a little itching and irritation. Is the yeast infection going away? Could the monistat cause some irritation also?
Dr. Jeff Livingstonanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 24 years experience
Examination: We can not really draw conclusions from this information. You could repeat the yeast treatment and use an over the counter cream that lasts for more t... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
393 viewsAnswered >2 years ago
View all answers
A 18-year-old female asked:
Vaginal itching and burning after having a lot of sex. What is causing it? Could it be a yeast infection? How do i treat it?
Dr. David Houghtonanswered
Specializes in Internal Medicine & Pediatrics
Maybe: "A lot of sex" may cause friction injury to delicate vaginal lining. Also spermicide or lubricant on condom may be irritating. Trichomonas, an STD, ma... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
3.8k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
View all answers
A 25-year-old female asked:
I'm using Monistat 7 for a vaginal yeast infection. I had mild burning and itching. Is this a normal reaction and will it cure the infection?
Dr. Claudette Andersonanswered
Specializes in Gynecology
No: It could be that you are not treating a yeast infection or you skin is very irritated because of the infection.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
3.8k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A member asked:
Could this be a yeast infection even though I have not experienced itching? I recently discovered I have little tiny bumps on my clitoris. They are not red or white they are the same color as my skin down there. Also it is kind of bumpy inside my vaginal
Dr. Laura McMullenanswered
Pediatrics 23 years experience
Without : Without examining you, it's hard to tell exactly what's going on. You should give your doctor a call for an examination. The tiny bumps could be som... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
5.3k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A female asked:
A lil over a week ago, I had unprotected sex & then took plan b pill. I think starting yesterday I've been experiencing vaginal itching?? Also I'm taking medicine that the doctor said I may get a yeast infection, I'm thinking it's that but I'm not sure.
Dr. Hunter Handsfieldanswered
Infectious Disease 55 years experience
Yeast is possible: Genital itching is the most common symptom of vaginal yeast, and your question suggests you're probably taking an antibiotic which can trigger yeast i... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
2.6k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Last updated Sep 29, 2016
People also asked
Connect with a U.S. board-certified doctor by text or video anytime, anywhere.
24/7 visits - just $39!
50% off with $15/month membership
Disclaimer:
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.