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What Causes Swelling In Labias?

Hello. I havent had an exam or anything, ever for what i have. Although, i probably shouldve a long time ago. Anyways, both of my labias have been swollen for a couple years now... too much anxiety and fear to get checked out. Do you know any remedies to treat my problem?
Wed, 20 Apr 2016
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Hello dear
Understand your concern

Following are the causes of your problem:
vulvovaginitis (an inflammation of the vulva and vagina)
genital herpes
genital warts
chancroid (a bacterial disease)
syphilis, gonorrhea, yeast infection
molluscum contagiosum (a viral skin infection with pearly nodules)
contact dermatitis

Take following advice:
Consult the doctor and do the following test:
1. Gram stain and culture
2. PCR and nucleic acid amplification test:swab should be taken from urethra
3. Urine test

Following are the treatment:
1. Wash your vagina with this water twice a day for two to three days with warm water
2. Apply Apple cider vinegar: it has excellent antibacterial and antifungal properties
3. Salt Bath- Wash your vagina with concentrated salt water whenever you feel the itch. This will give you great relief instantly and prevent further multiplication of bacteria.
4. Keeping The Vagina Dry (Not wet, clean well)
5. Wear pure cotton Loose inner wear
6. Hydrocortisonee ointment
You should use following single dose treatment for faster relief -
1. AZEE 1000 mg
2. TINI 1 G
3. ZOCON 150 mg


Hope this may help you.
Best regards
Dr. Sagar
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What Causes Swelling In Labias?

Hello dear Understand your concern Following are the causes of your problem: vulvovaginitis (an inflammation of the vulva and vagina) genital herpes genital warts chancroid (a bacterial disease) syphilis, gonorrhea, yeast infection molluscum contagiosum (a viral skin infection with pearly nodules) contact dermatitis Take following advice: Consult the doctor and do the following test: 1. Gram stain and culture 2. PCR and nucleic acid amplification test:swab should be taken from urethra 3. Urine test Following are the treatment: 1. Wash your vagina with this water twice a day for two to three days with warm water 2. Apply Apple cider vinegar: it has excellent antibacterial and antifungal properties 3. Salt Bath- Wash your vagina with concentrated salt water whenever you feel the itch. This will give you great relief instantly and prevent further multiplication of bacteria. 4. Keeping The Vagina Dry (Not wet, clean well) 5. Wear pure cotton Loose inner wear 6. Hydrocortisonee ointment You should use following single dose treatment for faster relief - 1. AZEE 1000 mg 2. TINI 1 G 3. ZOCON 150 mg Hope this may help you. Best regards Dr. Sagar