Thread: Help & Advice, please!

Hey everyone,

I need some help. I'm in my 20's, I've been sexually active for 4 years with regular check-ups and tests, and I've never had an STD (yay!). In early January this year I had unprotected sex with a guy I know quite well, and while I do not think he has anything, you never really know.

About a week ago I experienced a rather nasty fall in the middle of the street because of the ice, my right leg twisted a bit in a bad angle, and in general it was an OUCH situation. I got up and went about my business (as casually as possible ). Later that day, and more noticeably, the next morning I had searing pains on the right side of my labia minor. However, I only experience this when I bend down (and sometimes going up stairs). I did a little "inspection" myself, and noted there was a bit of redness there, but it does not hurt upon touch (and no stinging sensation when I pee). It feels more muscular than anything else.

I know some STDs can take time to manifest any noticeable effects but I have been trying to find something that fits my symptoms, and nothing really seems to. Could it be an STD? Or did I "rip" something - like an athlete with a tendon - due to the fall? Has anyone ever experienced anything similar?

It's just a matter of muddled timing that makes me ask. I'm due to see a gynecologist soon, but I'd appreciate hearing other input until then.

Thanks in advance!

I think it is more related to your fall. But getting screened for STD is something you should because of the unprotected sex. But what you described is not an STD indicator. It's more on having a pulled muscle/tendon.

How did you fall? Your position upon falling, the impact and where you hit what is something you might want to jot down and share with the doc.

Do you walk fine? You should see a GP for your fall issues, you might need some PT.