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What Causes A Bump Near The Clitoris?

Hi, I have small bump next to my clitoris. I had a pap smear in April and everything was normal but I recently noticed my little bumps growing and sometimes can feel them when I wipe after using the restroom. How dangerous is the situation and how quickly should I go back to the docter
Mon, 20 May 2019
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Hi,

Folliculitis is the most common cause of pimples on the labia majora. It occurs when bacteria enter the pubic hair follicles on the labia."Shaving, waxing, and whatnot can cause an infection in some of the small hair follicles around the vulva, which can create bumps and lumps."

Tight fitting underwear, as well as sweating, can also increase your vulnerability to pimples on the labia caused by folliculitis.
Folliculitis goes away on its own. Other less common causes are Bartholin cysts, genital warts, genital herpes, STD and molluscum contagiosum.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

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Dr. AJEET SINGH, General & Family Physician
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What Causes A Bump Near The Clitoris?

Hi, Folliculitis is the most common cause of pimples on the labia majora. It occurs when bacteria enter the pubic hair follicles on the labia. Shaving, waxing, and whatnot can cause an infection in some of the small hair follicles around the vulva, which can create bumps and lumps. Tight fitting underwear, as well as sweating, can also increase your vulnerability to pimples on the labia caused by folliculitis. Folliculitis goes away on its own. Other less common causes are Bartholin cysts, genital warts, genital herpes, STD and molluscum contagiosum. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. AJEET SINGH, General & Family Physician