Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Swelling From Labia To Clitoris With Tiny Abrasions After Masturbating With Vibrator During Periods. History Of Herpes. Help?
So I am currently on my period and I masturbated with a vibrator this morning. Since then my left labia has swollen from my clitoris all the way down until it ends. It feels hard and also has tiny abrasions on it. I was diagnosed with herpes 12 years ago, but this is not like any outbreak I ve had before. It is also very itchy and has a funny smell.
Thu, 6 Dec 2012
User's Response
Dr. Med. Julia Reeve,
OBGYN's Response
OBGYN's Response
Hello,
sounds like you may have rubbed some bacteria into or under the top skin layers.
If you have small lesions - you either might have been to excessive with the vibrator and caused lesions or you had the lesions before you used the vibrator. Whichever way - there`s a slight infection there. Sometimes this can in itself cause a herpes to "bloom" again - but the current symptoms are most likely not a herpes.
I would go to the chemists and ask for a mild creme or gel that acts antibacterial - you have to tell the chemists that it`s for the vulva area and must be a very mild creme/gel.
Keep the area nice and clean - best thing is to carry a soda bottle around with you - with some camomile tea (yes!) in it - every time you use the bathroom - whilst urinating pour some camomile tea ( can be cold not hot please) over the outside affected area - this way the urine won`t sting so much and it`ll make sure the area stay clean and calm.
If things get worse and the swelling increases you have to go see the doctor.
Good luck!
kind regards,
JR
sounds like you may have rubbed some bacteria into or under the top skin layers.
If you have small lesions - you either might have been to excessive with the vibrator and caused lesions or you had the lesions before you used the vibrator. Whichever way - there`s a slight infection there. Sometimes this can in itself cause a herpes to "bloom" again - but the current symptoms are most likely not a herpes.
I would go to the chemists and ask for a mild creme or gel that acts antibacterial - you have to tell the chemists that it`s for the vulva area and must be a very mild creme/gel.
Keep the area nice and clean - best thing is to carry a soda bottle around with you - with some camomile tea (yes!) in it - every time you use the bathroom - whilst urinating pour some camomile tea ( can be cold not hot please) over the outside affected area - this way the urine won`t sting so much and it`ll make sure the area stay clean and calm.
If things get worse and the swelling increases you have to go see the doctor.
Good luck!
kind regards,
JR
I find this answer helpful
Note: Revert back with your gynae reports to get a clear medical analysis by our expert Gynecologic Oncologist. Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Vulva
Loading Online Doctors....