Swollen, white vagina for months

[Sugatree87]

Hey.  Since August 2011, I have had this problem.  I had sex with a latex condom, and a few days later, I began itching down there, and it burned when I urinated.  I went to the doctor multiple times.  I was treated for BV and a yeast infection, but it came back.  I got tested again for BV, yeast (even asked to ID the species--got this test 3x), got my pee analyzed, and was tested for every STD under the sun as well as diabetes.  Everything came back negative. So, the doctor finally prescribed me a cream for contact dermatitis.  Still no progress.  I am thinking of seeing a new doctor, to see if they come up with anything else.  I was wondering, did anyone else have this problem and was able to find a solution? I am sick of the constant doctor visits.

[Sugatree87]

I have an appointment with a specialist recommended by my gynecologist.  I am only 25 years old, and I have never had any problems like this before. I just hope someone can find an answer.

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
You have not mentioned your age but from your symptoms, even lichen sclerosus should be ruled out. It is found in post menopausal women and presents as small white spots on the skin which become dry, cracked and itchy.

You should get this possibility evaluated from a gynecologist.

It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.