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Yeast infection from shaving down there

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eve75224
eve75224

This is the first time I write here. I'm now 32 years old. I began shaving everything down there a few days ago and I’m currently facing with symptoms that resemble vaginal yeast infections. My shaved area becomes reddish, dry and itchy. I discharge excessively and feel so uncomfortable, especially the foul smell. I haven't had this before. I don't have any medical conditions and don't use any special drugs. Is there anyone in the same situation, please help me?

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  • Jane_tramone25
    Jane_tramone25 eve75224

    Posted

    Pubic hairs aim to help protect the vagina from becoming infected. Shaving them all can put you at risk for yeast infections and many other vaginal conditions. So, if you shave your pubic hairs, then you should avoid wearing underwear most of the time to allow for good air flow to the pubic area. And, try not wearing underwear to bed and limit underwear use in the day. You should also wear cotton underwear instead of any synthetic fabrics. For yeast infections, you need to get treatment immediately. The condition can spread or even get worse if untreated. You may need to use Fugacil cream. It can help with skin redness, itchiness and irritation from yeast infections.
    • eve75224
      eve75224 Jane_tramone25

      Posted

      After shaving, I have been using everything from baby oil to deodorant, but these didn't help lessen the itching. I also use an aloe vera gel without seeing improvement. Maybe, I will try fugacil and not to shave again. Thanks for your suggestion.

    • JustKasey
      JustKasey eve75224

      Posted

      Perhaps try Canesten? I am experiecing this as well. Is your discharge white/creamy?
    • eve75224
      eve75224 JustKasey

      Posted

      Thank you. My yeast infection has cleared for some time. I used Fugacil cream and it gave me relief from yeast symptoms immediately. Continued applications for a few more days and the yeast have not returned. But recently, I notice some white thick discharge after my period and I don't experience any other symptom. I don't think it's a yeast infection. I exclude this because it doesn't look like the previous symptoms. So, what could it be?  

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