herpes or yeast infection?

[cantfigureitout29]

I've been getting cuts on the inside of my labia that itch and burn, and get secretion from my vagina. I've looked up multiple websites and it keeps giving me results for either herpes or yeast infection. I don't get bumps that seem like herpes. I've been trying to figure out what keeps causing it, and the only thing that I've noticed twice (cause I never thought about it) is that the day after I've used my vibrator, I get these cuts, is this just a coincidence or is this possible? They last about a week or so, even if I constantly wash myself. Is there a way to tell or is going to a doctor the only way to be positive?

[gracefromHHP]

well certainly start using lube when you use your vibrator!! A vibrator has a heck of a lot of  power in it even though it's just a little thing and you need to treat your skin with extra tlc when you use one!  

really nothing you can do until you get seen. you can use a barrier cream on the cuts to soothe them and protect them ( a&d ointment, aquaphor ointment, desitin etc ) if you want.

[cantfigureitout29]

Ok thank you, knowing that makes me feel a lot better, I'd much rather it be something that can be cured than it being herpes and having it for the rest of my life!

Although it could be many things, is there anything you recommend I do until I see a doctor?

No I don't.

[gracefromHHP]

yes, you need to go and be seen and get a proper work up done. get properly tested for yeast and bacterial infections vaginally for starters and discuss what std testing you need to have done to cover all those bases too.

many things can cause cuts in the genital area, not just herpes. it'll take proper testing to get to the bottom of it all.

also do you use lube when you use your vibrator?

grace