A 21-year-old female asked:
My vagina is sore and red and raw. it was itchy but now feels more irritated. i have no sores or bumps at all. could it be a yeast infection?
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Dr. Adam Newmananswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 31 years experience
Sounds like it!: Get some over the counter anti-yeast meds like Monistat and try it. If it doesn't clear up, get a check up with your obgyn to be sure.
Good luck.
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