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What is it? Do you think it's a yeast infection, VB, herpes, trich, fordyce spots...

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ash93123
ash93123

What is it? Do you think it's a yeast infection, VB, herpes, trich, fordyce spots... or a combination.

Summary:

Went to the doc for a check up. I received a pap smear and the test was negative for chlamydia and gonorrhea. A month later I had another pap smear (doc noticed abnormal discharge/everything else looked fine) and the test came back positive for chlamydia and negative for hpv. I was then prescribed azithromycin. Later that week I experienced itching, burning and pain while urinating. That whole week I had an abnormal amount of discharge coming out. It was a variety of colors from gray, yellow, thick white/yellow and cottage cheese. I went to the doctor's again and they said everything looked normal with the exception of the irritation and discharge. I was told I had a yeast infection from the antibiotics and irritation from the discharge. Also, possible thrash(no swabs). Began using monistat and antifungal cream for 3 days. The itching was still present but the discharge decreased.

Pictures: The bumps on the labia have been present for a little over one month(noticed them after azithromycin treatment ). depending on how I pull my skin they become more noticeable. The picture with the two bumps near my anus just appeared yesterday and as you can see today they are going away. I would get them checked but pretty sure they will be gone by the next appointment I'm able to make. ( I look every day multiple times a day. the uncertainty is driving me crazy)

Additional info: I have not had sex for 2+ months. Also, another concern I have is after taking the antibiotics it became very dry down there and no longer gets wet. Has anyone else had an issue with becoming dry after taking antibiotics?

I know I have sensitive skin which may be making things worse with all of these changes/different treatments. I hope I'm overthinking things and the doctor's observation is right but after seeing these two bumps on my anus I'm not so sure.

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  • l82390
    l82390 ash93123

    Posted

    I don't see anything concerning at all to be honest. Certainly no sign of Herpes.

  • kylie49583
    kylie49583 ash93123

    Posted

    i just took azithromycin and after 3 days on it had awful bumps and sores on my labia. the dr didnt think it was herpes but still waiting for my results. i also had a rash break out on mu scalp 2 days after starting azithromycin, not sure if all of this is due to an allergic reaction.

    • ash93123
      ash93123 kylie49583

      Posted

      My first though was it must be an allergic reaction because the extreme symptoms came after taking the medicine.

      I noticed a lot of bumps on an irritated, itchy, burning red surface that hurt when I pee'd. As the days went by I quickly became paranoid and then endless possibilities ran through my head. I don't remember any other visible rashes that stood out but I did have slight itchiness on my shoulder.

      Did you experience any irritation on your labia? If so, how long did it last? What did the bumps/sores look like? What other things did you notice?

      I hope everything is negative for the both of us and it's only an allergic reaction to the medication. Please, let me know the results.

      thanks

  • ash93123
    ash93123

    Edited

    Guys & Gals,

    Thanks for giving me your thoughts. If you have any more information or advice about the pics above please let me know.

    I'm going to vent and spill my thoughts. To me trying a different approach and putting yourself out there is stressful. Trust, Love and relationships are not how they used to be. It was easier when I was single/abstained from sex (I think I might give up on finding that special one and be celibate again). I know I am not the only one finding love in all the wrong places. Whether you gave yourself to someone for years or build up the strength to give a new person a chance, it's difficult. To top it off people aren't honest about their sexual status. Nor do they want to get tested. I know I try to get checked at least once a year regardless of if I'm sexually active or not.

    I think fear lingers within me. I want a partner and I'm not looking for temporary satisfaction. Even though I try to be cautious…. In a lifetime I had two situations that caused me to be concerned about stds in general. There is one in particular that relates to me being overly cautious about any bumps.

    I briefly dated a man who had fordyce spots/unknown condition on his lip. He said they were swabbed/tested many times throughout his life and came back negative for stds. Also, he had no history of cold sores or fever blisters. As kind as he was in certain areas I began to feel disrespected. Ex: One day I woke up to him giving me head. Another occasion I caught him taking the condom off. He had apologized and reassured me that he had nothing (said he tested for all STDs and was negative). My issue was prior to engaging in anything sexual we had many discussions about how I'm not on birth control (don't want to have kids) , there would be no oral, we'd use protection, testing and retesting was important to me. His actions showed me that we weren't on the same page and his impulsive behavior/views/emotions seemed to supersede mine. This issue was a part of why we went our separate ways. Pretty sure he began to feel like I didn't trust him but we had an agreement and his actions made him untrustworthy. Nothing appeared days after but I know Stds can be tricky.

    Additional info: The bumps on his lips never fully went away, at times they did look like they got better (with home made treatment). They were on his upper and inner lip. He was insecure about them... said maintaining his facial hair, wearing a mask (24/7) and the types of masks he wore was making them worse. I want to know can fordyce spots get better and then worse? Can they disappear completely and then reappear? Does wearing a mask and the types of mask affect it? Any other information on it would be beneficial.

    Thanks in advance!

    • L2341
      L2341 ash93123

      Edited

      Hi, you went through a lot. It's okay to let the dust settle. It's normal to take this time to remember your priorities and what you want in a relationship. We've all been there 😉

      You're skin also went through a lot. Commercial ointment can give you irritation. If you are negative, try to move on to more natural treatment like lukewarm baking soda bath or coconut oil. If you are negative, stop obsessing on this area, it will drive you crazy.

      Masks can give irritation and contact dermatitis. It's possible that it irritates his skin. I have fordyce spots on my lips and they are more visible when I'm dehydrated but they are flat and do not cause bumps. Everyone is different though and if he says he has been tested... you should decide if you trust him or not. The lack of trust will ruin your relationship. Cold sores usually have a straight patterns and are gone in a few days. If he had this for months... it's not herpes.

    • ash93123
      ash93123 L2341

      Posted

      Yes, my skin has gone through a lot. I'll try to get tested for everything so I can move forward. Thanks for all of the encouraging words.

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