Wow, I really appreciate all the support and advice here. Everyone's responses has been so helpful and encouraging. It makes a lot of sense to me, about the candida.
I've basically eliminated everything that may worsen the symptoms. I use cotton underwear and pads (gladrags) instead of regular pads and the differences in comfort is dramatic. No soap just water, although I was using cetaphil which I later found out might cause dryness. The probiotics really help but I have to remember to take them everyday because if I stop for a few days, I notice the difference again.
I have a tendency to have allergic reactions, like rashes and irritations. Even wearing a band-aid my skin gets burned from the glue. My skin is really sensitive so I don't use perfume and avoid anything that might irritate.