Do I have bacterial Vaginosis or just a yeast infection?
I was thinking I had bacterial vaginosis except it does not itch, burn or feel uncomfortable at any time. I have yellowish discharge and smells terrible and that’s it. I am 16 and a virgin so can anyone tell me what is going on with me???
fungus!!!!! its not as terrible as you think honey
yellow discharge is a sign of infection and with the terrible another infection symptom you need to see your doc..you need antibiotics to clear up the infection. Anyone women can got and infection whether a virgin or not..so tell your mom or another adult your symptoms it is nothing to be embarrassed about happens to most of us at some point..but it wont clear up on it’s own…
Both BV and yeast are usually accompanied by itching. You may need to see a doctor to sort it out.
Signs of yeast infections:
White, cottage cheese-like discharge
Swelling and pain around the vulva
Intense itching
Signs of bacterial vaginosis:
A white, gray or yellowish vaginal discharge
A fishy odor that is strongest after sex or after washing with soap
Itching or burning
Slight redness and swelling of the vagina or vulva
Once you start puberty a white and/or clear wet mucous discharge is normal. The vagina is self-cleaning. This same discharge increases the closer you get to ovulation and when you are sexually aroused. You will also have your own unique musky scent and it will smell stronger to you than to others.
Your normal white/clear discharge will turn yellow or dry yellow when exposed to air. If it is coming out yellow, then you probably have a bacterial infection and need to see a doctor.
Different Types of Discharge:
White: Thick, white discharge is common at the beginning and end of your cycle. Normal white discharge is not accompanied by itching. If itching is present, thick white discharge can indicate a yeast infection.
Clear and stretchy: This is “fertile” mucous and means you are ovulating.
Clear and watery: This occurs at different times of your cycle and can be particularly heavy after exercising.
Yellow or Green: May indicate an infection, especially if thick or clumpy like cottage cheese or has a foul odor.
Spotting Blood/Brown Discharge: May happen right after periods, and is just “cleaning out” your vagina. Old blood looks brown. This may occur when you are ovulating/mid-cycle.