Itching, loss,
burns ... When the vagina scratches nothing more is wrong. Very uncomfortable
everyday, a vaginal infection is always difficult to live. But what is it
exactly? Let's take stock thanks to the testimony of a reader and the
explanations of the doctor.
I have the vagina that scratches: the testimony of Emma
My situation: A
few weeks ago, I started going out with Martial, whom I met during a party with
friends. Our first time went really well, and we were careful using a condom.
The next day, I woke up with a sore throat and I remained locked at home
without seeing my lover.
My problem: After
a few days of sick leave, I felt burning and itching outside my vagina, at the
vulva: I had all the time want to scratch to relieve this inconvenience ... But
this Was not very discreet at the office! I still found Martial the same evening.
The itching was more and more intense, and I let my colleague caress me and
make love to me; I had the impression that only that could calm the frightful
tingling. Indeed, after reaching orgasm, I felt nothing, as if my intimacy was
finally anesthetized. But it started again, a quarter of an hour later! Some
friends told me that it was certainly an STI that had me Martial, and another
told me about a mycosis that could have developed following my antibiotic
treatment. I do not know what to think…
The specialist's answer
Dr. Christophe Marx, gynecologist, explains:
Emma must not
think but act! She must consult her doctor to determine the origin of her
itching and burning. She should also have talked to her companion and avoid any
sexual intercourse, even protected, while waiting for the diagnosis.
What will be the
prescribed exams?
An examination of
bacteria and cells present in the vagina: cytobacteriological examination, a
vaginal swab. Other tests may be performed for sexually transmitted diseases. But
knowing that HIV can only manifest biologically after a certain delay (1 to 8
weeks after the contaminant report).
What can be the
diagnosis?
It can be a vulvar
or vaginal infection: inflammation of the vulva or vagina caused by bacteria,
parasites or fungi. In the case of Emma, it suggests a mycosis, but nothing
can be said before a medical examination and bacteriological sampling.
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