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What Causes Redness And Swelling In The Labia Minora?

Posted on Thu, 14 Apr 2016

Question: My labia minora is red and swollen and is very painful when urine touches the skin. I thought that it was due to dryness. This is going for last three months. I have used several creams, olive oil, neosporin but nothing seems to work.

Answered by Dr. Deepti Verma (12 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Vaginal infection should be ruled out

Detailed Answer:
Hi dear,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Redness and swelling in the labia minora can be due to vaginal infection, allergy due to change of soap or undergarments.
I will suggest you to consult an OBGYN specialist to get properly examined internally to rule out any vaginal infection and get appropriate treatment.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma
OBGYN

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Follow up: Dr. Deepti Verma (14 hours later)

The redness is on the left side, but not on the right side of Labia Minora. Can that be an infection? Before I consult an OB/Gyn ( as it would be a few weeks before I can get an appointment)what type of ointment should I use to relieve the pain. Any suggestion?

Thank you very much for your prompt answer.

Gouri Dutta

Answered by Dr. Deepti Verma (9 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Analgesic

Detailed Answer:
Hi dear,
You can take Combiflam to relieve pain and swelling.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar