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What Causes Swelling In The Labia Minora After Intercourse?
Question: I had sex 5 days ago and during I noticed I was pretty dry and it was painful at times. After I was very sore and swollen. Three days after sex I noticed a sore on the area where I was swollen (labia minora) as well as the opening of the vagina. Both areas painful during sex. The sores look somewhat like ulcers. I never had blisters or red bumps. I have no other symptoms of herpes but I am afraid that's what this could be. What could this be?
Brief Answer:
Need an examination of the ulcers
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thank you for the question.
Actually ulcers are part of STD's. The common painful ulcers are generally either Herpes or Chancroid (bacteria). Others are painless. They can be distinguished easily on examination and by running blood test or smears.
Both of the them require immediate treatment to prevent recurrence. Early treatment is 100% cure.
I suggest you to see a local primary care doctor to do further management.
Need an examination of the ulcers
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thank you for the question.
Actually ulcers are part of STD's. The common painful ulcers are generally either Herpes or Chancroid (bacteria). Others are painless. They can be distinguished easily on examination and by running blood test or smears.
Both of the them require immediate treatment to prevent recurrence. Early treatment is 100% cure.
I suggest you to see a local primary care doctor to do further management.
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