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My vagina is swollen, and it is very itchy. Is it due to a yeast infection or masturbation?

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Hi doctor,

I am 18 years old with a weight of 127 lbs and a height of 5.1 feet. I am questioning to know whether I have a yeast infection because I have some symptoms such as the red, swollen vagina, clumpy discharge, severe itchiness, and burning while peeing. I am having these symptoms for a few days now. I do not know whether this is important. But I masturbated right before this started. I started to have these symptoms two days back and it itches a lot. When I lay down and spread my legs, itchiness gets reduced a little bit. It burns a lot when I touch it and pee. My period is going to start in a few days.
Answered by Dr. Poonguzhali Liston

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Dr. Poonguzhali Liston is a skilled Obstetrician and Gynecologist specializing in comprehensive women’s health care, including high-risk pregnancies, infertility, and minimally invasive gynecological surgeries. She is experienced in prenatal care, childbirth, and managing reproductive health disorders. Dr. Liston is committed to providing compassionate, personalized care focused on enhancing women’s health and well-being at every stage of life through evidence-based and patient-centered treatment.    

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Hello,

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I understand your concern. From the symptoms, you have mentioned, it looks like yeast or candidal infection which requires examination and treatment with antifungal. Hence, I would recommend visiting your health care provider for the same. To put your mind, easing masturbation does not cause infection, but the wrong technique or vigorous actions can cause cuts and bruises which can get infected with yeast. Yeast infections are usually due to environmental factors and it is not due to specific actions. Yeast infections occur when there is an overgrowth of yeast, which is commonly permitted by a change in the bacterial environment in the vagina. Anything that changes the bacterial environment, like antibiotics, wearing wet underwear, and poor hygiene can make women prone to yeast infections. So masturbation alone will not certainly give you a yeast infection. However, be aware of what you are using during your masturbation. Certain types of lubricants can change the vaginal environment or could introduce bacteria that could alter the overall environment and open up the risk of infection. Hope this was useful. Regards.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Sneha Kannan
Published At November 23, 2021
Reviewed At January 18, 2024

Education:

MS

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Dr. Poonguzhali Liston is a skilled Obstetrician and Gynecologist specializing in comprehensive women’s health care, including high-risk pregnancies, infertility, and minimally invasive gynecological surgeries. She is experienced in prenatal care, childbirth, and managing reproductive health disorders. Dr. Liston is committed to providing compassionate, personalized care focused on enhancing women’s health and well-being at every stage of life through evidence-based and patient-centered treatment.    

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Dr. Sneha Kannan is a skilled Dental Surgeon with expertise in providing general dental care, including scaling, fillings, and preventive treatments. She does oral surgery procedures such as extractions and minor surgical interventions. She does procedures in restorative dentistry, including crowns, bridges, and dentures. She is an expert in doing endodontic treatments such as root canal therapy. She is well-versed in doing procedures in cosmetic dentistry, including teeth whitening and smile correction. She can provide pediatric dental care for children’s oral health and preventive treatments. She promotes oral hygiene awareness and preventive dental practices.  

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Dr. Poonguzhali Liston is a skilled Obstetrician and Gynecologist specializing in comprehensive women’s health care, including high-risk pregnancies, infertility, and minimally invasive gynecological surgeries. She is experienced in prenatal care, childbirth, and managing reproductive health disorders. Dr. Liston is committed to providing compassionate, personalized care focused on enhancing women’s health and well-being at every stage of life through evidence-based and patient-centered treatment.    

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