Re: vaginal problem
From: Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Tue, 21 Nov 2000 21:12:23 -0600 (CST)
For linear cuts, it's difficult to know what it is and to make a
diagnosis. Triple antibiotic ointment can't hurt you and if it doesn't
clear, make that appointment as soon as your insurance kicks in.
Hope this helps and write back anytime for more information.
HSM
At Mon, 20 Nov 2000, Jeanna wrote:
>
>I noticed that when I was wiping the other day that it was painful
>almost as though I had a cut, it felt like before I even looked at it
>like the cuts in between your toes you get from athletes foot. When I
>looked at it- it looked like that only longer 1 straight line about 3/4
>inch starting at where my folds start and going down about 3/4 inch. I
>have no idea what this is. Should I put antibiotic ointment on it or
>what. I will not have medical insuance until December 9. I have not
>been sexually active lately and have had no injury.
>
>Thank you!
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Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. FACOG, FACS
Great Neck, New York
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