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I already have a baby. Recently I became sexually active. Then I began to have vaginal spotting in between periods. Still, I have a regular menstruation. I noticed increase in discharge and a different smell. Just this week, I am having severe pain in my left iliac (lower left of the abdomen) spreading up to my left thigh, lower back and less pain on the right iliac. Even after urinating it still feels painful.
This could be an STD or an infection not considered to be sexually transmitted. If it is a non-STD infection, to prevent this in future, you and your partner need to shower and have freshly washed hands before intimacy. Some guys don't realize the importance of cleanliness. Also, different people carry different flora around with them, and some guys will cause more problems for you than others. So I think that means showering and hand washing is even more critical.
You have an infection that you have been ignoring. You may be getting pelvic inflammatory disease. You need antibiotics. See your gynecologist immediately.
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Millions of people are diagnosed with STDs in the U.S. each year.
STDs can't be transmitted by casual contact, like hugging or touching.
Syphilis is an STD that is transmitted by oral, genital and anal sex.
Discharge often isn't normal, and could mean an infection or an STD.
STDs aren't transmitted through clothing. Fabric is a germ barrier.
Normal vaginal discharge varies in color, smell, texture and amount.
