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Treated For A Uti. Have Bumps On Vagina And Pubic Area. What Is Causing This?
Question: I was treated for a uti this past week (Ciprofloxacin), but now I have bumps on the outside of my vagina and pubic area. Started with one bump, now several What can be happening? I was just tested for stds recently and came back negative. Ihave one partner and we did have intercourse during treatment, but stopped because it was really irritating. Hope this is enough info. Thanks
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
The multiple small bumps outside the vagina with STDs ruled out can be due to dermatitis or inflamed glands or folliculitis. Most of the times these do subside on their own by following general cleanliness measures and applying a steroid based antiseptic ointment.
1) Avoid rough intercourse/ masturbation and use a water based lubricant during intercourse.
2) Wear cotton underwear and avoid douching or using feminine products.
3) Avoid using perfumed soaps and sanitary napkins, bubble baths and toiletries.
4) Change the undergarment daily, wash it in hot water and double rinse (to remove any irritating detergent) and take adequate nutrition and sleep.
In case the bumps are painful or increase in size then an infection is likely which might need systemic antibiotics for treatment.
Hope this answers your query. I will be glad to answer the follow up queries that you have.
Please accept my answer in case you do not have further queries.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Rakhi Tayal.
Thanks for posting your query.
The multiple small bumps outside the vagina with STDs ruled out can be due to dermatitis or inflamed glands or folliculitis. Most of the times these do subside on their own by following general cleanliness measures and applying a steroid based antiseptic ointment.
1) Avoid rough intercourse/ masturbation and use a water based lubricant during intercourse.
2) Wear cotton underwear and avoid douching or using feminine products.
3) Avoid using perfumed soaps and sanitary napkins, bubble baths and toiletries.
4) Change the undergarment daily, wash it in hot water and double rinse (to remove any irritating detergent) and take adequate nutrition and sleep.
In case the bumps are painful or increase in size then an infection is likely which might need systemic antibiotics for treatment.
Hope this answers your query. I will be glad to answer the follow up queries that you have.
Please accept my answer in case you do not have further queries.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Rakhi Tayal.
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