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What Causes A Pus Filled Bump On The Labia Minora?

A bump like a pimple looks whitish inside but it s tender so when I tried to push it out, I made it more inflamed and the area is also swollen. I noticed this bump for the first time a day ago and never had one on my Labia Minora close to the clitoris before. the outer Labia rubs it and walking also increases the discomfort Is this 1 bump thing something I should be scared of like an std? (In a long term monogamist relationship, but haven t had sex in a while)
Thu, 15 Sep 2016
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hello xxxx,

Thank you for the query,

Well , your situation could arise from a lot of conditions.
1. Sebaceous cysts may lead to such bumps which may occur due to infection of the hair follicles over the area. Be sure, not to pop up the bump since you may aggravate the condition due to infection

2.Hormonal changes which occur during menstrual cycle, excessive sweating , pregnancy , friction may be other causes. please do provide your age.

3. STDs: Genital herpes and HPV infection are also potent causes.
Genital Herpes infection are sore whereas HPV infection may be also associated with warts over the area

So , keeping in mind these causes, i would earnestly request you to visit a gynaecologist and get a local examination done. It is difficult to arrive at a conclusion without having a local examination done.

Meanwhile,try to followthe following advice as per your convenience:

1. Wash your underwear with a mild non scented detergent
2. do not use synthetic underwear . Cotton Fabric is the best.
3. Wash the area regularly and keep it dry and clean.
4. never pop up the bump yourself since it will be painful as well as infectious.

Take care.
Do send any further queries.

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What Causes A Pus Filled Bump On The Labia Minora?

hello xxxx, Thank you for the query, Well , your situation could arise from a lot of conditions. 1. Sebaceous cysts may lead to such bumps which may occur due to infection of the hair follicles over the area. Be sure, not to pop up the bump since you may aggravate the condition due to infection 2.Hormonal changes which occur during menstrual cycle, excessive sweating , pregnancy , friction may be other causes. please do provide your age. 3. STDs: Genital herpes and HPV infection are also potent causes. Genital Herpes infection are sore whereas HPV infection may be also associated with warts over the area So , keeping in mind these causes, i would earnestly request you to visit a gynaecologist and get a local examination done. It is difficult to arrive at a conclusion without having a local examination done. Meanwhile,try to followthe following advice as per your convenience: 1. Wash your underwear with a mild non scented detergent 2. do not use synthetic underwear . Cotton Fabric is the best. 3. Wash the area regularly and keep it dry and clean. 4. never pop up the bump yourself since it will be painful as well as infectious. Take care. Do send any further queries.