(NSFW?) Females -- can you help me figure out what is going on "down there"?

It’s most likely either a yeast infection (they can vary in severity and symptoms) or bacterial vaginosis – which can also vary in severity and symptoms. If you want to know for sure, you’re going to have to make a trip to the doctor’s.

Are you pregnant? Have you checked? Also there are over the counters meds these days that have a stick or something in them which checks if you have a yeast infection.

Is there a Planned Parenthood or other clinic you can visit? They often have a sliding scale for fees, taking your income and lack of insurance into consideration. It can be much less expensive than seeing a regular gyno.

You could have some sort of bacterial imbalance, an STD, a mild yeast infection, or even just a regular hormonal change. It isn’t something to ignore, just in case. At the very least, call a doctor or clinic, describe your symptoms, and ask if they feel a visit is necessary. I’d first suggest you call whoever prescribed your birth control pills. If it’s a doctor and they say you need an exam and tests, you can then schedule an appointment with a clinic that may cost less.

Does it happen more often when you have more sex? Sometimes, just sheer frequency (combined with the pH balance being skewed by plentiful semen) can be irritating.

Wash the area often (several times a day) and talk to a pharmacist about an over the counter remedy.

You can buy Caneston otc and give it a try- one tablet to insert vaginally and some soothing cream. It can’t hurt you, except maybe not having sex that night.

Make sure you wash every pair of underwear that you buy, even if its new out of the bag/or box..Also make sure you keep yourself dry down there, drink lots of water and wash properly each time you take a shower. I dont think its really out of the ordinary, As women get older, their body changes, even down there…so unless it hurts or smells really bad, you shouldn’t worry…for the itch tho…maybe your just allergic to something..Ask your doc about it.

One thing….that might help, too. Always wash your lingerie in chemical-free, gentle soap. Sometimes the chemicals used in regular laundry can irritate the body.

Yeah, it’s a yeast infection. You should go to your doctor and ask for “Diflucan” It’s a ONE dose pill that will clear it up. You can also add acidophilus to your diet which will help keep it under control. (the ingredient found in yogurt) Make sure you wear cotton crotch panties. Hope this helps. :-)

This could be a side-effect (or a peculiar allergy, perhaps) to certain medications. It happens to me with some medications.