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Re: Very Swollen Labia, CT scan shows normal
From: Bernard Cristalli MD (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Fri, 11 Oct 2002 11:33:37 -0500 (CDT)

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At Fri, 11 Oct 2002, mara wrote: >
>I have had a cord like swelling in my labia for aprox 2 years. It was
>initially diagnosed as a varicose vein.
>Lately it has grown into a huge uncomfortable swollen area. My OB-GYN was
>convinced it was a lymph node. The CT Scan came back with "everything
>normal" (which is an incredible relief) BUT, I am still left with this mass
>of swollen tissue. The doctor could offer no reason for the swelling and
>simply wants to re-check in one month.
>What could be causing this, should I worry about a cyst or infection?

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A cyst would have been seen on the CT scan or would have burst out. An infection should have given an abcess. I can't help you more than that.

-- *These comments are for educational purpose only. They can't replace an examination by your doctor. * I won't have time to answer personal mails, please post to the forums.
Bernard Cristalli MD AMACOG AIHP - ACCA - Paris France OBGYN.net Editorial Advisor Urogynecology Editorial Advisory Board http://www.obgyn.net/corresp/cristalli.htm

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