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Should I Be Worried Of Pain Outside Vagina During 38th Week Of Pregnancy?

hello, I am currently 38 weeks pregnant and have been experiencing pains in the outside of my vagina, (at the top) it is swelled and very painful. more so during the night when my legs are tight together, do I need to worry? I haven't mentioned it to my midwife but has been going on for at least a month.

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Thu, 13 Feb 2014
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OBGYN, Maternal and Fetal Medicine,  's  Response
Hello!
Thanks for your query.
As you described your symptoms have no relation with pregnancy.
This may Bartholinis cysts ,they are very painful.
This is diagnosed only with pelvic exam by doctor .
To relief your pain you can use Sitz bath for 2-3 a day.
Take care of your self
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Should I Be Worried Of Pain Outside Vagina During 38th Week Of Pregnancy?

Hello! Thanks for your query. As you described your symptoms have no relation with pregnancy. This may Bartholinis cysts ,they are very painful. This is diagnosed only with pelvic exam by doctor . To relief your pain you can use Sitz bath for 2-3 a day. Take care of your self