uncomfortable

[kcoleman427]

I found a tiny red cut at the bottom opening of my vagina...I have always had issues with feeling dry and raw ever since I started my period and being dry makes it itchy so I tend to rub harder with the toilet paper and then the lining will have a little bit of blood..what would cause all of this?

[kcoleman427]

thanks turns out its a hormonal thing from being on depo its lowered my estrogen big time (not like it was high to begin with), but its caused me to have atrophic vaginitis...i have always been very sensitive and always the last day of my period i would start to become dry and itchy....thanks for the advice

[gracefromHHP]

many of us have sensitive genital skin. it's pretty common.  if your itching starts during your period and not before, try switching feminine protection products too.   you also can use a barrier cream when you have your period too - anything that can be used on a baby's butt is good.

definitely be seen and get a proper exam. make sure that they test you for yeast and bacterial infections vaginally. I see you have several posts on pregnancy forums so I assume you are sexually active too so discuss with your provider if any std testing is in order too while you are there.

grace

[Life360_Dave]

Hi and welcome. Why are you posting this in the STD forum are you concerned about exposure and symptoms?
Other than that, it would be best to make an app with your GYNO. The doctor can take a look and advise the best course of action to clear the cut up and also help with the dryness. Maybe some creams. It always good to have a yearly check up to make sure all is ok.