Is it a yeast infection or vaginitis, or even a UTI?

My little sister (who's 15) came to me tonight, and asked me what was wrong with her. She told me that it burned when she peed, that sex was painful and burned inside as well as out, there were little bumps on the inside of her vaginal opening (they had been there for a long time before but seem more prominent now), and it itched so bad down there. When I asked her if there was any white or yellowish discharge, she said no. What should I tell her?

PS--She doesn't want to go to our mom unless she absolutely HAS to because she is too embarrassed to talk to her about that kind of stuff. I'm the one she comes to for most of the girl talk/important stuff.

Burning sensation with urination can be caused by infectious (including sexually transmitted infections) and noninfectious conditions, but is most commonly due to bacterial infection of the urinary tract affecting the bladder. She will need to see her doctor for an exam and testing to determine what the exact cause may be. If it is a urinary tract infection, her doctor will prescribe antibiotics. In the mean time she needs to drink plenty of fluids including cranberry juice. AZO, which is over the counter, can be taken for up to 2 days for any discomfort she is experiencing. She needs to urinate frequently and completely to empty her bladder each time. Avoid soda, coffee, - anything containing citrus juices or caffeine until the infection has cleared. Avoid any type of feminine products like sprays as they may irritate the urethra. If she is sexually active urinate after every encounter, and make sure you wipe from front to back. Also cleanse the area before sex. She really needs to see a doctor about this. There is nothing to be embarrassed about whatsoever. If not treated, it can lead to more serious complications.

she should see a doc. i agree with the nurse above. i would have her discontinue the sexual encounters until she has at least seen a doctor. it might be better for her especially comfort wise.

And based on your sister's experience and what u've told here about her symptoms, I suggest she visit a Doctor.
Don't be ashamed to tell also your parents about it.


It could might only mean that u might have a UTI or Urinary Tract Infection that is most commonly affecting us(women or young girls like u) due to bacterias, or wrong perineal/genital hygiene practice. or maybe STD because she's having pain during sex.

Go to the doctor u know or your family knows and get medicated as early as now.

The doctors will request you an Urine test to see the infection.
The discharge with odor might be PUS.
After seeing your urine test the doctor will prescribe Antibiotics for your treatment and eventually just follow the doctors instructions and in the end you will be cured.

Don't worry just trust me, I'm a nurse , well soon to be.

good luck.