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What could be the reason for a vaginal rash leading to painful urination after treating a yeast infection?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I am experiencing a rash after treating a yeast infection. It is isolated to a few areas on the exterior of my vagina. It is very painful to urinate or touch. The yeast infection symptoms came on after my boyfriend performed oral sex on me and I am curious if perhaps that triggered the infection. I am very worried about this rash as I have had yeast infections before without any symptoms like this. I took the generic version of Diflucan (Fluconazole). I am currently on a birth control pill called APRI.

Kindly help.

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Sanap Sneha Umrao

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sanap Sneha Umrao is a dedicated Obstetrician and Gynecologist committed to women’s health and well-being. She specializes in high-risk pregnancies, infertility management, menstrual disorders, and minimally invasive gynecologic procedures. With a compassionate approach and advanced clinical expertise, Dr. Umrao provides personalized care to support women through every stage of life — from adolescence to motherhood and beyond.

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I have gone through your case, and understand your concern. Without examination, it is difficult to comment on this. Is there ulceration, lesion, or only rash? Is there discharge from the vagina? If yes, then is it smelly? As per your description that could be an ulcerative lesion or some minor infection. It would have been better if there was an image for proper diagnosis. But I would suggest keeping that area clean and dry and changing undergarments twice a day to prevent the further spread of infection or subsequent infections.

I hope this information helps you.

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Thank you.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At May 30, 2023
Reviewed At May 8, 2026

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sanap Sneha Umrao is a dedicated Obstetrician and Gynecologist committed to women’s health and well-being. She specializes in high-risk pregnancies, infertility management, menstrual disorders, and minimally invasive gynecologic procedures. With a compassionate approach and advanced clinical expertise, Dr. Umrao provides personalized care to support women through every stage of life — from adolescence to motherhood and beyond.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sanap Sneha Umrao is a dedicated Obstetrician and Gynecologist committed to women’s health and well-being. She specializes in high-risk pregnancies, infertility management, menstrual disorders, and minimally invasive gynecologic procedures. With a compassionate approach and advanced clinical expertise, Dr. Umrao provides personalized care to support women through every stage of life — from adolescence to motherhood and beyond.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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