Are there any home treatments for vaginal infections?

I'm 15 and about a month ago I had a yeast infection. I'm pretty shy and don't like discussing these types of things with my parents or even thinking to talk it over with a doctor. And eventually it went away... or so I thought.. now, for the past week or two I've had a yellowish discharge, it smells funny, and it itches. I need to know if there's an easier way of treating this. I'm gonna go crazy if I have to deal with it any longer! Please help!

You really should go to the doctor. Trust me, they see it every day... I once waited too long to see a doc, and mine got so bad I could barely walk. You can try something like Monistat, but it's best to be seen for a possible yeast infection, especially when youre young and inexperiences as far as what is and is not a yeast infection. It does sound like one to me. I personally cannot use Monistat, it burns like hell when I put it in... so I always have to see a doctor for the yeast infection pill. (the name is escaping me but a quick google search would provide it)... Also, if youre prone to yeast infections, go to the drug store and buy a bottle of Acidophilus pills, put them in the fridge and take them every day. ESPECIALLY when and if you are taking antibiotics for an infection of some sort... I ALWAYS get a yeast infection after taking antibiotics. But check with your doctor when you see them for the original infection that its okay to take the acidophilus. It usually is, but there could theoretically be a circumstance where it isn't.

Also eat yogurt.... try having a yogurt every day, that will help keep the ph balance in line. You don't use any internal cleansing or douching do you? That's a no-no if you do! That can cause a yeast infection or make one worse. It kills off the good bacteria, that's also why antibiotics give you a yeast infection, cuz it kills the good bacteria that you need.

Good Luck, and really, it may seem embarrassing, but it really shouldn't be... just talk to your mom about it and she'll take you to the doctor.

Vaginal Yeast Infections - Home Treatment
Do not self-treat a vaginal yeast infection if you:

Are pregnant.
Are not sure your symptoms are caused by a vaginal yeast infection. If you have never been diagnosed with a vaginal yeast infection, see your doctor before treating it with a nonprescription antifungal cream. Sometimes women think they have a vaginal yeast infection when symptoms are caused by a different condition, such as bacterial vaginosis or a sexually transmitted disease (STD).
Have been exposed to a sexually transmitted disease (STD), which would require a medical examination.
Are having a recurrent infection.

Using nonprescription medication
When using a nonprescription vaginal medication for a vaginal yeast infection, follow the directions on the package insert, as well as these guidelines:

Eat a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and nonfat dairy products. Eating right helps your body to fight off infections. Although there is no clear connection between eating foods with lactobacillus organisms, such as yogurt or acidophilus milk, and reducing symptoms of a vaginal yeast infection, these foods can be part of a healthy diet. Be aware that taking lactobacillus supplements or inserting vaginal forms of lactobacillus have not been shown to prevent yeast infections from developing in women who have recently taken antibiotics.8
Use sanitary napkins instead of tampons while you are using nonprescription vaginal medications. Tampons can absorb the medication.
Avoid using soap when cleaning the vaginal area-rinse with water only.
If sexual intercourse is painful, avoid it. Otherwise, use a water-soluble lubricating jelly (such as K-Y Jelly) to reduce irritation. Do not trust a condom or diaphragm for birth control when using an antifungal cream or suppository. Many of the vaginal creams and suppositories used to treat yeast infections are oil-based, which can weaken rubber (latex).
If the genital area is swollen or painful, sitting in warm water (in a bathtub or sitz bath, not a hot tub) may help. Or instead, you may try putting a cool, damp cloth on the area. Do not rub to try to relieve itching.
Report your symptoms to your health professional if:

You are not sure that you have a yeast infection.
Your self-treatment is not working after one complete course of therapy.
Considerations
The risk of self-treatment is that your symptoms may be caused by a type of vaginal infection other than a yeast infection, such as bacterial vaginosis or a sexually transmitted disease (STD). If you have pelvic pain or fever, you need evaluation by a health professional.

If you are pregnant, it is important to be evaluated for vaginal symptoms. Some vaginal infections, such as bacterial vaginosis, gonorrhea, or chlamydia, may increase your risk of complications during pregnancy.

Women who take the anticoagulant medication warfarin and use a nonprescription vaginal yeast-fighting medication, such as Monistat, may have increased bruising and abnormal bleeding. If you take warfarin, talk with your health professional before using a yeast-fighting medication.

If you have risk factors for an STD, discuss your symptoms with your health professional before using a nonprescription medication.

Talk to your doctor before you try unproven home treatment methods, such as applying tea tree oil in the vagina or taking garlic supplements. These treatments have not been well studied. They may even cause other problems, such as allergic reactions, in some women.9 Douching is not recommended because it can make some infections worse.

Hi Larissa,

A yeast infection is nothing that you should be embarrassed about, it doesn't mean you're unclean or that you've had sex and got an infection.

Some women are just more susceptible to yeast infections, sometimes certain fibers in clothes can increase your chances of an infection, sometimes foods, or the humidity in the air...it all depends on how sensitive you are.

You do need to see a doctor for this to prescribe an appropriate antibiotic for your infection. If you don't get it treated, in the long run it could affect your reproductive organs and you could incidentally cause yourself to be sterile/infertile.
This takes a long time to happen, it doesn't just happen from this one time, but if untreated with the proper care and consultation from your doctor, you're risking more serious complications to occur.

you need to take acidophilus you can buy it at walmart or a drug store it is all natural and it works

You need to consult a gyne honey or you will be in more trouble. it appears to be a case of Leucorrhea