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What Could Cause The Clitoris To Swell And Itch?
Two days ago, around my clit area(maybe it is my clit) it began swell up and I thought it was from not having a sexual release however it hasn’t gonna away. Yesterday it began to sting/itch and the pain is unbearable I can’t sit or walk with out it hurting. The swollen part is very large and pokes through my labia
Thu, 14 Nov 2019
Hello,
Commonly swelling of the clitoris occurs due to sexual arousal but it may occur due to allergic reaction to condoms, clothes, creams. Prolonged masturbation or penetration.
Fungal & bacterial infections, dermatitis, eczema are other medical conditions that may cause swelling of the clitoris.
You can apply cortisone cream locally for relieve. Topical estrogen creams are also effective. You can take a course of oral anti fungals.
However, you are suggested to get clinically examined as hormonal factors, ovarian tumors may cause similar symptoms. You may require treatment for infection, hormone therapy, etc.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Nupur K, General & Family Physician
Commonly swelling of the clitoris occurs due to sexual arousal but it may occur due to allergic reaction to condoms, clothes, creams. Prolonged masturbation or penetration.
Fungal & bacterial infections, dermatitis, eczema are other medical conditions that may cause swelling of the clitoris.
You can apply cortisone cream locally for relieve. Topical estrogen creams are also effective. You can take a course of oral anti fungals.
However, you are suggested to get clinically examined as hormonal factors, ovarian tumors may cause similar symptoms. You may require treatment for infection, hormone therapy, etc.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Nupur K, General & Family Physician
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