Hi,

Thanks for your query.

Though normal skin tags can appear in the labia minora, to me the bumps you describe and seen are more likely to be symptoms of vulvovaginitis - inflammation or infection of vulva. It can be caused by bacteria, yeasts, viruses, and other parasitesinfections; as can various chemicals found in bubble baths, soaps, and perfumes. Environmental factors such as poor hygiene and allergens may also cause this condition.

Candida albicans, which causes yeast infections, is one of the most common causes of vulvovaginitis in women of all ages. If you had yeast infection earlier, you can try treatment with over-the-counter product such as candid creams.

However, if your symptoms do not completely disappear in about a week, contact your health care provider. Pelvic examination along with some relevant like wet preparation (microscopic evaluation of vaginal discharge) is warranted to identify a vaginal infection or overgrowth of yeast or bacteria. In some cases, a culture of the vaginal discharge may identify the organism causing the infection.

A biopsy of the irritated area on the vulva may be recommended if there are no signs of infection.

Do not worry. It does not look like a serious concern to me and can be treated. Treatment depends on what is causing the infection and that includes:

•Antibiotics taken by mouth or applied to the skin
•Antifungal cream
•Antibacterial cream
•Cortisone cream
•Antihistamine, if the irritation is due to an allergic reaction
•Estrogen cream, if the irritation and inflammation is due to low levels of estrogen

In the meantime, I also recommend the following.

1. Proper cleansing is important and may help prevent irritation, particularly in those with infections caused by bacteria normally found in stool. Sitz baths may be recommended.
2. Wear cotton underwear (rather than nylon) or underwear that has a cotton lining in the crotch area. This increases air flow and decreases moisture.

I hope I answered your question. I would be glad to amswer if you have any more queries. Please accept the answer if you have no queries.

Regards,

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Hi,

Thanks for reverting back.

As the lesions are acute (appearing in a short time) and are increasing rapidly, it is important that we rule out infections. Though your initial set of test was negative, I feel your symptoms are most likely to be infection - possible that you may have contacted some infection following check up.

It is better that you contact the same physician and get evaluated.

The physician will prescribe appropriate antibiotic / antifungal medications after examining you.

I hope I answered your question. Please accept the answer if you have no queries.

Regards,

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