Thread: Painful vaginal discharge and painful sex. Could it be my BC pills?

I guess it's a funghi... is it painful or so itchy that you think it's painful? maybe you can try out an antifungal cream for vagina? just an idea, because I think I'm experiencing a bit the same like you, except the painful part.

Actually, it sounds like you have a serious issue. Sex should NOT be painful. This discharge you have sounds like an infection. Actually, infections can contribute to your pain during intercourse as well. You need to see a gynocologist ASAP. You may need to see the gyno on call. He or she will be able to tell you if this has any connection to the pills or an infection and can plan your care accordingly. Do not wait. Go ASAP. I don't recommend using anything OTC before seeing the doc.

Birth control pills could be causing an infection. Some people get bacterial vaginosis or yeast infections repeatedly when on birth control or certain brands of birth control. That will cause discharge, burning, swelling, and painful sex. Your doctor can take swabs and do a ph test to determine if you have one of those so it can be treated properly. Some find eating yogurt daily or other diet changes will stop the problem. By wearing panty liners you are also potentially making an infection much worse. Moisture, lack of air flow, and heat increase the problem and liners block air flow and evaporation keeping things constantly warm and moist. It's suggested to only wear cotton underwear and loose fitting clothes when you have inflammation or irritation in that area. Since I switched to seasonique if I go more than a week without yogurt or if I use panty liners instead of just tampons I get yeast infections. It's easy enough to avoid once you find the triggers though. Also if you have an infection and have sex you can give it to your partner but men generally don't show symptoms so they can carry it and pass it back or on to someone else without ever knowing. Another reason to avoid sex when you are having problems there.