I’m 35 and never had any vaginal issues. Only a miscarriage in May of 2006. In May of 2007, I was dignosed with Bacterial Vaginosis. It took 3 doses of Flagyl to clear the infection. About two weeks later, I noticed the following outbreak of symptoms:
- Vaginal inflammation/swelling (Vulva & internal)
- Sensation of tightness (probably the inflammation)
- Redness & irritation
- Discomfort (no severe pain)
- Distended belly (bloating)
- Pressure on my bladder
These outbreaks have been constant since last May. They last about 7-14 days, go away, then come back a week or two later.
I have gone to 3 different gynos and nobody seems to know what's wrong and why these outbreaks occur. I have had 2 STD tests and all results were negative except for the HSV-1 (oral herpes - cold sores) which came back positive. The doc told me this is nothing to worry about since I have never had any cold sores or any sores any where on my body - it just means I've been exposed to the virus.
I've had numerous other blood tests, urine tests, cultures and all come back negative except for yeast. I've been treated numerous times with Diflucan and vaginal inserts. They don't help.
Now, she wants to put me on a Diflucan treatment of 2x/month for extended period of time or give me Valtrex for the HSV1 and see what happens. I really don't want to take Valtrex if I don't need it.
I've been living with this for almost a year and I'm tired & exhausted with it. I’m also in a new relationship of 9 months and this puts a major damper on the intimacy. Can anyone help?