What Causes A Small Non-painful Pimple Like Bump On Vagina Near Labia?

Posted on Sat, 16 Jan 2016

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Question : Hello I had a pimple like bump show up on my vagina near my labia during the summer our air conditioning was broken and I was sweating more than normal it did not hurt till it came to a head and I popped it. It was only one and hasnt happened since. I am married and get std tests yearly does this sound serious or more like a pimple possibly?

Answered by Dr. Richa Agarwal (36 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
It is most likely due to folliculitis.

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear,
Thanks for the query.

I have gone through your history and understand your concerns.

It could be most likely due to folliculitis ( infection of hair) or block saebaceous gland.

Hot compress is very helpful and if pus is there then incision and drainage required along with antibiotics and pain killer.

Maintain vaginal hygiene, keep the area dry and clean,wear loose fitting undergarments.

Hope found useful, feel free to ask more information.

Good luck.
Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee

Follow up: Dr. Richa Agarwal (2 days later)

Ok out of curiousity how does one tell the difference between a pimple and herpes

Answered by Dr. Richa Agarwal (14 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Herpes is usually found in cluster and very painful.

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear,
Sorry for such a long delay in my response.
Herpes usually found in cluster and very painful.
It usually occurs in distribution of nerve.
Hope found useful.
Good luck.
Regards

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