r/vulvodynia • u/Usual_Key_7926 • 4d ago
Burning after yeast infection
I really need help and some understanding regarding my situation. I first got a yeast infection in January (treated with clotrimazole), and then later got another infection (cloteimazole again) and then I was diagnosed with Gardnerella. I was treated for that (I didn’t have a yeast infection at that time, mostly burning and irritation), but on the treatment I developed a severe yeast infection. This time, Canesten didn’t work, and even a single dose of fluconazole didn’t help.
Later, after using a vaginal suppository and taking another fluconazole pill, I tested positive for a yeast infection again. I then completed a fluconazole treatment on days 1, 3, and 7. Right now, I don’t really have the typical discharge that usually comes with a yeast infection, but I still experience intense burning and irritation every day. I feel like I’m going crazy. Sex is painful, and I can’t stop thinking about it all the time. It’s making me really depressed, especially because I’m constantly dealing with burning and pain in such an intimate area every single day.
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u/Ironborn_Taco 4d ago
I had this exact same thing happen and it has caused years long nerve pain. Do you know if you have an active infection? If so, ask for a test with resistance testing to make sure the medications you're taking will actually work. Evvy can be a good (but expensive) for figuring out other things microbiome wise. Do not have any sex until you are 100% certain you don't have an infection. Wear only cotton underwear, and breathable pants while you figure this out. I'm sorry this sucks!!