Please answer if you know!!!!

[Allen.58]

I'm really worried. My 15 year old girlfriend might have a vaginal infection, and she's had it for over a month, and she won't go to the doctor for it. I care about her..... Now, she won't tell me a whole lot, but she says she had brown-ish discharge and it smells really bad. That's all she'll tell me. She also says it doesn't hurt though. Even her mom, who knows a lot about this kind of thing, can't figure out what it is. This website is my last resort, because I don't know a whole lot about this stuff, so my research so far has been pointless. Please tell me what you think it might be, and what you think she should do.
I made her promise to go to the doctor soon if it doesn't get better.

[ackmedsgirl666]

Could be some sort of bacterial infection
I myself have never had any unusual discharge outside of my normal period discharge
Get her to get it looked at immediately
She could have an STD possibly if she's been having unsafe sex
Either way doesn't hurt to get it checked out. She should go to a doctor immediately incas it is something serious.

[Allen.58]

It's hard to get her to go. >_< She's stubborn.... But I'll ask her more.
It isn't an STD, because she hasn't had sex.
I agree though, she should have it looked at. It could be something serious.

[Harley Quinn]

Read this, well, scroll down to the discharge part and that should answer your question. (http://www.virtualteen.org/forums/showthread.php?t=89514)

Though if you can't be bothered;

Vaginal discharge


Another thing that changes during puberty is that vaginal discharge (secretions) start or change. For six months before getting their first period, girls may notice an increase in vaginal discharge.


What is normal vaginal discharge?

Vaginal secretions keep the vagina moist and clean and help fight infections.
Once periods start, normal vaginal discharge can be thin, sticky and elastic; or thick and gooey, and the colour is clear, white or off-white (yellow when dried). The texture and colour can change throughout the cycle. In particular, some women notice a heavier flow of thin, sticky mucus-like discharge around the time of ovulation (day 14 of the cycle). Normal vaginal discharge usually has no smell, and if it has, it is not unpleasant. Remember, if you are sexually excited or emotionally stressed your vaginal discharge can increase.

What is abnormal vaginal discharge?

Keep an eye out for change, including:
• unusual increase in amount
• change in texture: for example curd-like or frothy and watery
• change in colour to grey, yellow, green or brown
• change in smell: for example fishy or yeasty.

What causes abnormal vaginal discharge?

If you have had sex, an abnormal vaginal discharge might be caused by a sexually transmitted infection, such as trichomonas, chlamydia, or gonorrhoea. Some vaginal infections are not sexually transmitted, but are caused by an imbalance in the vaginal flora ('bugs') that normally live in your vagina. These are:
• thrush (candida): signs are a cottage cheese-like discharge with itching and soreness.
• bacterial vaginosis (BV): a grey, watery, sometimes frothy vaginal discharge that smells of fish. Mild itching can occur.
Excessive washing of the vagina, use of perfumed soaps and bubble bath, tight synthetic clothes (such as nylon knickers), lots of sex, antibiotics and stress can all lead to an imbalance in vaginal flora. Remember, if you forget to remove a tampon or a cap you can also develop unpleasant vaginal discharge.

What should I do if my vaginal discharge changes?

You can go to see your GP or you can visit a sexual health clinic. Many clinics have dedicated times for young people that cater to their needs. It is important to seek attention early, as sometimes the discharge might be a sign that you have caught a sexually transmitted infection that needs prompt treatment.