PREGNANCY-BIRTH Messages for June, 2001: Re: Possible Infection?

Re: Possible Infection?

From: M. Kelly Shanahan, MD, (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Fri, 29 Jun 2001 19:49:06 -0500 (CDT)

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At Fri, 29 Jun 2001, Anonymous wrote: >
>I am 21 weeks pregnant. Two or three times in the last 4-5 weeks weeks
>I've noticed a vaginal burning after I get out of the shower (but no
>other time). Then there is some discharge and itching. The itching
>does not last beyond just a few minutes. I haven't called the doctor
>because these symptoms disappeared right away and I guess I thought it
>was irritation. Intercourse is not a possible cause in any of the
>occurances. I have had Leukorrhea (sp?) throughout the pregancy and it
>does seem to have increased (but I was told this is normal).
>
>It happened this morning and this time there is a soreness around the
>vaginal opening that has lasted throughout the day (but still no more
>burning or itching).
>
>Does this sound like an infection?

could be irritation from the soap you are using

If so, what type does it sound like? >Why would I only have symptoms after a shower? Could it be the soap I'm
>using?

yup

If it was an infection, wouldn't the symptoms persist until >treated?

more than likley

How important is it to get right to the doctor (I'm going away >for the weekend and won't be able to call until Monday)?

first, try not using the soap

Could this be >harmful to my baby?

doubtful >
>Thank you.

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