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vulva hot, stinging and burning
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I'm posting here because I really am at my wits end and hope maybe peple will have some suggestions as to what is going on with me! For the past year, I have been experiencing burning and stinging in my vulva (which is NOT made worse by peeing), which comes and goes but can last for over a month and is extremely uncomfortable. The area looks normal, and there is no unusual discharge. The last time I had these symptoms was in March - they came on suddenly with a stinging sensation, and lasted for 6 weeks. During this time, I was tested for all STDs (all negative), tested for bacterial infections (negative) and treated repeatedly for thrush (even though all lab tests came back negative). Eventually, the symptoms eased on their own. I dont use chemical irritants etc so dont think thats the problem. My symptoms returned 5 weeks ago - again, all tests are negative, I was treated again for thrush (no relief, and lab test came back negative).
Could the repeated topical thrush treatment have made things worse? Also, I've heard of conditions called lactobacilliosis and cytolytic vaginosis (overgrowth of lactobacilli). My symptoms do not appear to be related to my menstrual cycle - there is no particular pattern - but could overgrowth of lactobacilli still be my problem? I would like to hear from anyone who has suffered from lactobacilli overgrowth.
Sorry for the long post but I really would appreciate some advice!
I'm posting here because I really am at my wits end and hope maybe peple will have some suggestions as to what is going on with me! For the past year, I have been experiencing burning and stinging in my vulva (which is NOT made worse by peeing), which comes and goes but can last for over a month and is extremely uncomfortable. The area looks normal, and there is no unusual discharge. The last time I had these symptoms was in March - they came on suddenly with a stinging sensation, and lasted for 6 weeks. During this time, I was tested for all STDs (all negative), tested for bacterial infections (negative) and treated repeatedly for thrush (even though all lab tests came back negative). Eventually, the symptoms eased on their own. I dont use chemical irritants etc so dont think thats the problem. My symptoms returned 5 weeks ago - again, all tests are negative, I was treated again for thrush (no relief, and lab test came back negative).
Could the repeated topical thrush treatment have made things worse? Also, I've heard of conditions called lactobacilliosis and cytolytic vaginosis (overgrowth of lactobacilli). My symptoms do not appear to be related to my menstrual cycle - there is no particular pattern - but could overgrowth of lactobacilli still be my problem? I would like to hear from anyone who has suffered from lactobacilli overgrowth.
Sorry for the long post but I really would appreciate some advice!
I have the very same symtoms as you. The only thing is I don't have a womb. I can't keep my legs close it burns so bad. I need serious help!!!
I go through the same symptoms ... No stds no yeast infection, bacteria, or bladder infection.. It usually occurs before my period and durin sex with my boyfriend I sometimes feel stinging too... I find when I drink lots of water and eat healthy it goes away... But if I don't shower daily and eat heathy it comes back... You're not the only one
My gyn gave me Gynoflor vag tablets which helped with the burning and watery discharge (altho I felt some vag burning after 8 tablets it was still worth it). I had it for 7 months and I was miserable. Mine started after switching from my shower gel to an antibacterial soap that stung me there and set of the burning and I could not tolerate any creams or soaps after that. I am thankfully better now. The sensitive vulva can dry out as we age and the low levels of hormones make it more sensitive to chemicals etc. Also years of using soaps which contain sodium sulfate, perfume is bad for the vulva. Problem is even feminine washes contain this irritant. Best to keep it soap free and moisturized. Some women think salt baths help relieve but salt dries out that area which is already raw so I wouldn't recommend it. I personally use extra v. olive oil which I massage into the vulva. Hope you get better soon.
Wow! I am shocked and saddened by all the posts here. I have been having this problem -gaining in worseness for approx 2 wks. It is a sore, burning sensation in the outer area (no sex to blame it on). No pain when urinating, no discharge, just coming and going discomfort seeming more intense when seated. I went to the emergency room today 'cause I had enough (and was holiday wkend). Doc said I seemed dry and ran some tests, prescribing me pills to take vaginally (for fungal type infections) and estrogen-type cream in that order. I'm turning 50 and think though my periods are regular / unchanged, perhaps I'm pre-menopausal... I have another gyn appt in a couple weeks and in the interim my period should occur. Can't wait to find out what this is -and especially to get it treated completely. Praying it's not a serious cancer-type issue.
Hi I have been reading all the comments, I honestly did it more than once, trying to look for an answer to the same problem that all of us have.. Hot, burning sensation in the vulva.. Like the first lady who started this post I had the same question, adding one more problem, a continuous white watery discharge. I had this problem since February and now May is when I can feel some relieve even when I'm not still 100% yet. I went to my dr. I had all kind of tests done, even at the beginning he thought I had a yeast infection and I had a week of treatment and I still had the same symptoms. Had three swaps done, all negative, all the panel for STD done all negative, the conclusion after all this time and money is; Cytolitic Vaginosis because of the change of the ph in that area.. I still think that I'm allergic to something.
Even when my doctor didn't give any medication, he suggested the baking soda baths sitz, and the douches with water and baking soda. I didn't feel good down there, there were days when the burning sensation was intolerable so I called him and he prescribed a MAGIC MEDICINE one over the counter and it is helping me a lot! ladies the name is LUVENA you can find it at walmart, cvs pharmacy, it cost between $15- $18 but it is worth it!. It is a gel that you will insert down there.. You can use it only when you feel the burning, or every three days or for a week, it will depend of your case. It will help to restore the ph in your vagina, give it a try.. I still have the discharge but I'm feeling much better and not more burning or irritation, hopefully with this medicine I will go back to normal..
Good luck!..
Even when my doctor didn't give any medication, he suggested the baking soda baths sitz, and the douches with water and baking soda. I didn't feel good down there, there were days when the burning sensation was intolerable so I called him and he prescribed a MAGIC MEDICINE one over the counter and it is helping me a lot! ladies the name is LUVENA you can find it at walmart, cvs pharmacy, it cost between $15- $18 but it is worth it!. It is a gel that you will insert down there.. You can use it only when you feel the burning, or every three days or for a week, it will depend of your case. It will help to restore the ph in your vagina, give it a try.. I still have the discharge but I'm feeling much better and not more burning or irritation, hopefully with this medicine I will go back to normal..
Good luck!..
hi, i actually found that sex (although sex did make my skin on the inside and just on the outside of my vagina burn a litle initially) helped strangely enough a few hours later and next day the burning sensation when touched did go away a little if not completely.... sadly though i still have the problem but good for sexual tension and some relief
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