I just used scented pads for my period about a week ago. It was an accident that I bought them, but I didn't think it would matter. I have a class that is outside in the 80-90 degree heat and have been sweating profusely in addition. In the past week, I have developed a rash around the area of the pad that is bumpy and very itchy. It's mostly on my vaginal area. I assumed that I had an allergic reaction first, and that being in the heat and sweating had only made it worse. I have only had one sexual partner in my lifetime over the past year and a half, and he does not have any STDs. I purchased vagisil and have been using that to calm the itch, and it sort of works. I just don't know what else to do! I have been in a foreign country and I am studying abroad for the next two weeks. Does this sound like a typical allergic reaction to scented pads??? itchy and bumpy??? I don't know what else it could be, especially since I only have developed it after using scented pads for the first time. How long can I give it before it should clear up? I know if it doesn't go away I will need to see a doctor, but I am in a foreign country and need to know if I should be extremely worried, or if this seems like it is a simple allergic reaction that will clear up on its own.