Great question! Sorry to hear that you are having some discomfort. When our bodies don’t feel right or we are experiencing pain, it’s a normal to wonder what our bodies are trying to tell us. Unfortunately, discomfort in the vagina could mean a lot of different things. It could be a yeast infection, urinary tract infections (UTIs), or a sexually transmitted infection (STI). Or the discomfort might not have anything to do with an infection, but rather it could be due to the underwear you wear or a pulled muscle! Figuring out exactly what is causing your discomfort, should really be done with the help of your health care provider (HCP). Reach out to your HCP and set-up an appointment, it’s always best to be safe.
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