is this a big deal?

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Registered: 01-23-2005
is this a big deal?
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Sun, 01-23-2005 - 11:56am

hey guys, i have a question.....my vaginal opening is itchy, there is no discharge or any pain, its jsut really itchy and maybe a little more red than normal, i jsut had sex for the first time a few days ago and was wondering if it had anything to do with taht...if you guys could help that would be great

thank you

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Registered: 12-30-2003
Sun, 01-23-2005 - 1:05pm

Hi mandoos, welcome!

"my vaginal opening is itchy, there is no discharge or any pain, its jsut really itchy and maybe a little more red than normal, i jsut had sex for the first time a few days ago and was wondering if it had anything to do with taht"

It's hard to say. Are you on hormonal contraceptives? Did you use a condom? I think if you are still itchy tomorrow I'd see my doctor just to make sure everything’s ok because it’s impossible to rule out infections without an examination. It might just be that you are dry and some BCPs can cause vaginal dryness in some women.

There are several reasons other than infection for genital itching. Sensitivity to soaps or detergents is one; it is best to wash the genitals with plain warm water, and avoid scented toilet papers and sanitary pads. Let us know how you’re doing, ok?

Good luck,

      Jill

    

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Registered: 01-23-2005
Sun, 01-23-2005 - 1:27pm
ya im on birth control and a condom was used, but i will get it checked if its not better in a couple days, tahnk you