Do I have a yeast infection? ( girls only please!)

If you do have thrush (what you call a yeast infection) there is a one dose capsule you can take, I have found it to be very effective

It might be a yeast infection, but there’s really no way for you to tell without going to a doctor.

Sometimes yeast infection medcation hurts, especially if you haven’t used tampons and aren’t accustomed to inserting things into your vagina. It might also burn when you first apply it, especially if the skin is very irritated.

It is really important for you to see a doctor. Is there a reason your mom is reluctant to take you?

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Money I think.

You might be able to get free or reduced price treatment at Planned Parenthood.

In the meantime, if you are having trouble inserting the medication, it will also help a little bit (not as much) to just use it externally.

Addendum: In NZ the capsule is called Diflucan.

Okay, so I’m a guy, but I did have to deal with an ex who had a yeast infection. From what you wrote, it certainly sounds like a yeast infection. True, seeing a doc may be the best thing for you to confirm, but understanding that there is a money issue involved, I’ll presume it is.

The cream and the pill (which I believe @Adagio is taking about) are fairly effective at treating it. Yeah, it’ll hurt initially but that’s because it’s starting to clear out the fungus, and has to kill some of your cells as well to kill it.

Best way to prevent it from happening again? Try to keep your vaginal area dry. Avoid tight fitting clothing that doesn’t breathe. Try to go for Cotton undies (to absorb the moisture and breathes allowing air to circulate) and looser clothing.

KP out.

I agree that it’s probably yeast infection. For now, until it goes away, don’t use nylon underwear or shorts, or eat a lot of sugar—both aggravate yeast infections. If you recently were taking antibiotics, they can cause yeast infection. I know women who will ask for yeast infection medicine when they are given antibiotics- it can be that predictable.

If you have an Urgent Care service in your area, it’s often cheaper and faster than making a doctor’s appointment and you can get the Diflucan.

And, take it easy on yourself—it’s embarrassing, yes, but very common. I’m glad you asked Fluther for help.

It’s not unusual for the cream to be irritating. It can cause you some discomfort, and it may even cause a bit of bleeding. That’s mostly because the area is so irritated and inflamed. Definitely go with cotton undies, and try rinsing in a cool shower or soaking in a cool bath. It can be really soothing.
Don’t scratch. :)

Oh, I remember this. I used to get them after a course of antibiotics. I can be very painful putting in the applicator with the cream when you have an infection of any sort “down there”. I’m not sure, but you could ask your mom to ask your doctor or a nurse if using KY jelly might help and not effect the medicine. But, usually after the first or second treatment, the applications don’t hurt and the itching and inflammation should be easing. If they aren’t it may be a different type of infection. In that case, you do need to go to the doctor and they’ll take a swab and test it.

I hope you feel better soon.

Along with all the good advice you’ve gotten here, eat some yogurt (with active cultures, which most of them have) each day until you’re over the infection. Also, if you notice any pre-symptoms (I’ll get itchy inner thighs before anything else) start with the yogurt.

Natural yoghurt is meant to be very good at treating Thrush…