BV/yeast/hsv1 OB?

Question

I started out the week thinking I had a UTI.  I went to a local clinic and received the needed meds.  My boyfriend and I had sex several times on Thursday into Friday and I was incredibly sore for several days.  I am positive for genital HSV1 and taking Valtrex for suppression.  I have only had three OBs in 7 years with the most recent in March of this year. I am noticing redness and what appears to be a tear at the bottom of my vulva. I am also having a white discharge with no smell - moderate discharge mainly only when I got to the bathroom.  There are no blisters like I commonly get with an OB. The area is irritating but not itchy like I generally get with an OB. Can this be BV or yeast and not an OB? Or can my OB symptoms be different since I am on suppressive therapy (just started with last OB)?

Karenk75 · Answer

Now I'm really confused. Went to Dr today and he took a sample. He said he did not see any bacteria or yeast. He also said he did not see signs of Trich or Gonorrhea. He sent the sample off for DNA testing. I was tested in March for Gonorrhea so if that is it, I know who the culprit is.  He said the discharge could just be physiological and the acidity of it is causing the irritation. He gave me a corticosteroid for the irritation. Any thoughts on what it could be or if it is just physiological discharge what could cause that?

Thanks!

Karenk75 · Answer

I really thi k it is BV. The irritation has increased and I am seeing a heavier discharge. Tried to call my doctor and they are closed until 7a tomorrow. I will be sure to call them at that time. I'm just not noticing any blisters like I usually get with OB and this has been going on since Saturday.

gracefromHHP · Answer

did they only do urine testing when you were seen or did you also get a proper exam? 

if no exam was done, you'll need to go back and get properly tested for vaginitis. No self treating and guessing it's yeast either - women only accurately self diagnosis yeast 30% of the time and delaying treatment for what is really going on is never in your best interest :(

I would certainly continue to avoid sex at this point too. whatever infection is causing your symptoms, could trigger your hsv1 to shed too.  

grace

Life360_Dave · Answer

Hi, If your having some unnatural discharges that concern you its best to see an OBGYN and have a good check up. If this is something youve had before, it could be a natural yeast infection. If you suspect BV, again have your OBGYN take care of this.