 [ Symptoms ] what is a yeast like infection prior to menstrating  every month about 7 10 days before i start my period i get a yeast like infection if i try to use over the counter treatments the itching and discomfort increases if i use an anti itch ointment like vagisil it burns as if i have put rubbing alcohol on my vagina usually within 2 3 days of starting my period the discomfort goes away i have had sex maybe 3 times in a year and i have had the same partner for more than 6 years i know he is not having sexual relations with others [ Disease ] hi have good read of this link its all home remedies as you will read some of these women have had real bad yeast infections so you you should find help <link> just copy this link into google to open and read i do hope this helps you good luck