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Hi Aunt Vadge,
I was having a personal session, and since it was my first time fingering myself, I used a condom to be safe. As I pulled my finger out along with the condom, I noticed a slimy whitish substance on it, in chunks. There’s no smell or bleeding. I’m nervous about this – please help.
Sincerely,
Nervous
Age: 18
Country: USA
Dear Nervous,
Take a breath – this is very likely nothing to worry about. It could simply be normal vaginal secretions, which really do vary in look and texture across your cycle.
It could also mean your vagina is a little yeasty, since cottage-cheese-like lumps are a classic sign. A mild yeast overgrowth often clears on its own, but if you’re concerned you can ask your doctor for a yeast swab to check.
The other symptoms of a yeast infection are itching, irritation and a feeling of rawness. If you don’t have any of those, you’re most likely completely normal and healthy. If it does turn itchy or keeps happening, our yeast infection guide covers the natural approaches, and you’re welcome to book an appointment if you’d like a hand.
One last thing: you don’t need a condom to finger yourself, as long as your hands are clean.
Happy masturbating!
Aunt Vadge
This is general information, not a substitute for personalised medical advice.
