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Discomfort During Intercourse, Labia Minora Swollen, Bruised. Applying Ice Will Help? How Long Swelling Will Remain?

Hi, About 3-4 hours ago i had a rough sexual intercourse with my partner, and as usual, i felt slight discomfort that felt like a pinch whilst the first penetration was happening. I suppose it s due to my vagina not being moist enough, but it s never caused me a problem like this before! So, once we were finished i noticed my left labia minora being swollen about three times its size, and it had changed color to purple-blackish, sort of like a bruise . I m very concerned since this is the first time that something like this happens! The swelling doesn t pain or itch , it just feels slightly uncomfortable when touched. I read something about applying ice to the place, will that help? How long before the swelling goes away? I m 17, have been having intercourse with the same partner for a year, 100% positive on not having any STDs. Please help!
Wed, 21 Nov 2012
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Hi there ema.

This does not look like the presentation of an STD.

The rough sex may have caused a friction blister with a hematoma in it (blood clot).

The only thing to do is initally yes ice packs & then some strong anti-inflammatory agents like ibuprofen 600mg after meals till the inflammation subsides.

In addition one may visit a gynecologidt nearest you to rupture the hematoma if the pain is severe.

Needless to say avoid coitus for a few days & do use lubricant KY jelly or any such lubricant & do practice safe sex. Cheers & Good luck!

Dr Praveen Rodrigues MD
Dermatologist & Venereologist
Vikram Hospital, Bangalore, India
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Discomfort During Intercourse, Labia Minora Swollen, Bruised. Applying Ice Will Help? How Long Swelling Will Remain?

Hi there ema. This does not look like the presentation of an STD. The rough sex may have caused a friction blister with a hematoma in it (blood clot). The only thing to do is initally yes ice packs & then some strong anti-inflammatory agents like ibuprofen 600mg after meals till the inflammation subsides. In addition one may visit a gynecologidt nearest you to rupture the hematoma if the pain is severe. Needless to say avoid coitus for a few days & do use lubricant KY jelly or any such lubricant & do practice safe sex. Cheers & Good luck! Dr Praveen Rodrigues MD Dermatologist & Venereologist Vikram Hospital, Bangalore, India