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Hello, Doctor. I Have Been Experiencing Very Uncomfortable Symptoms Recently

Posted on Wed, 20 Jul 2022

Question: Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing very uncomfortable symptoms recently I hope u can help me with. It's in one area on the left side of labia so definitely not a yeast infection. The symptoms are a constant throbbing sensation and also there is burning, stinging, and a stabbing type feeling. Hot water from a bath makes these symptoms really enhance to the point of unbearable. I had my husband check and he thinks he sees one or two tiny purplish blisters but I believe they have been there dormant for a long time prior. Would u know what this could be and any home remedies and/or topical cream or gel (either OTC or R/X) that u could recommend?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Soumen Patra (13 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Probably boils. Send image if you can.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

Thanks for writing to us.

As per your statement, it is suggestive of boil on left side of the labia. However, you should consult with your physician and get checked to confirm the diagnosis.

In the meantime, you can give warm compress on the area, apply mupirocin ointment, take ibuprofen type (NSAIDs) medication and maintain proper genital hygiene.

Hope, I have answered your query. Good luck.

Regards,

Dr S Patra

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

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Soumen Patra (4 hours later)

Hi, doctor. Unfortunately, cannot send images and these tiny boils have been there for years with no trouble. Also, anything warm or hot such as a compress as u suggest, aggravates it a lot. Could this be a nerve of some sort causing this discomfort?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Soumen Patra (19 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Do HSV and other serological tests.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

Thanks for follow up query.

As image is not available, you can go for HSV and other serological testing after check up with your physician.

Give cold compress on the area. Take above OTC medicines. Wear cotton clothes only.

Hope, I have answered your query. Good luck.

Regards,
Dr S Patra

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

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Soumen Patra (4 hours later)

I will but please tell me what HSV and serological testing is and what type of doctor does this - gyno or general physician?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Soumen Patra (4 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Consult with gynecologist.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

Thanks for follow up.

You can do blood test for HSV 1 & 2, VDRL ( for syphilis) etc after consultation with your gynecologist. Just checked once before testing.

Hope, it will help you. Good luck.

Regards,

Dr S Patra

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