I just got my period on Saturday. I'ver had a nasty yeast infection causing so much irritation that finally went away last week, so I didn't want to use a tampon to avoid more irritation. So I used pads on Sat and Sun and changed them about every 3-4 hours as reccommended, however I now feel like I have a UTI. Tingling when I pee, peeing often but my bladder is always full b/c I drink a lot of water regularly, so none of that feeling like I have to go then I don't. My belly is VERY full and tender, but then I think I still have my period so its just cramps. Can wearing a pad cause you to get a UTI? I have never really worn pads except for when I first got my period like 10 yrs ago so I really don't remember nething about them. Plus a lot of my friends still only wear pads and they never have ANY issues with them. Can someone help me??