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What The Cause Could Be Have A Swollen Labia Very Red And Sore ?
Question: have a swollen labia... very red and sore when I walk or sit or touch it in any way. It has been there for about 3 days, and it is just getting more swollen and irritated... I usually take warm baths, so I don't think that will help.... not sure what the cause could be???
Brief Answer:
Vulvitis
Detailed Answer:
Hello
A red, sore and swollen vulva is called vulvitis.
It could be from many reasons like an infection like candida, herpes, etc, cyst, allergy, vulvar hematoma, sexually transmitted disease, etc. An examination by a gynecologist is needed. She may run some tests including serologic tests for infections. Then an appropriate management can be initiated.
Regards
Dr Vaishalee
Vulvitis
Detailed Answer:
Hello
A red, sore and swollen vulva is called vulvitis.
It could be from many reasons like an infection like candida, herpes, etc, cyst, allergy, vulvar hematoma, sexually transmitted disease, etc. An examination by a gynecologist is needed. She may run some tests including serologic tests for infections. Then an appropriate management can be initiated.
Regards
Dr Vaishalee
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