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Is Itchiness In The Vagina Related To Bacterial Infection?

I have had a lot of itching near my vagina and was thinking I maybe have a bacterial infection, and now woke up this morning with a large painful bump under the skin near my vagina but more towards the crease of my leg. I have an appointment with a doctor scheduled but it is really worrying me. Can these two be related or is the bump most likely an ingrown hair?

posted on Sun, 10 Jul 2016

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General & Family Physician, Dr. Blerina Pasho's Response

Hello,

Itching on the skin of the vagina or vulva (area surrounding the vagina) can be a sign of: Yeast infection. Sexually transmitted diseases, such as chlamydia, gonorrhea, or trichomoniasis.

Overgrowth of normal bacteria in the vagina, called bacterial vaginosis. Make the visit with your doctor. He will give some analysis to do and find the real cause of your problem.

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

Regards,
Dr. Blerina Pasho, General & Family Physician

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Is Itchiness In The Vagina Related To Bacterial Infection?

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