YOUNG-WOMEN Messages for January, 2002: Re: peeling of the labia

Re: peeling of the labia

From: Robin (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Sun, 6 Jan 2002 17:54:34 -0600 (CST)

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>>Gigi,
>>
>>You really need to see a Dr. for a diagnosis. Something I have seen on
>>the forums on OBGYN.net from all of the MD's is this type of thing
>>(rashes, etc.) can't be diagnosed over the internet.
>>
>>Have your MD take a look to determine what is going on and s/he can
>>presribe something to help.
>>
>>Something that has helped me with irritation are oatmeal baths...Aveeno
>>makes one that is very soothing. Another thing you can try is taking a
>>bag of frozen peas, wrapped in a cloth towel, and then applying it to
>>the affected area. The reason for it being peas is because it can mold
>>better to you.
>>
>>--
>>Robin

>robin,
>
>i really appreciate your response i have one problem though. My MD is a
>male doctor and i am not comfortable with him particularly not with this
>issue, the obvious answer would be to get another doctor but my
>experience with new doctors has been so bad that im terrified to go to
>one now, also i dont have a gynocologist because i am not sexually
>active, i dont really know where to turn, also do you have any possible
>ideas (Robin or anyone else) of what this could possibly be? also, even
>if i cant be diagnosed over the internet, can anyone tell me whether
>this could be really seirous or not? thanks a lot!
>
>--
>gigi
>

Gigi,

Glad to help you!

YOu don't mention your age, but the recommendation is for you to have your first exam at the age of 18 or when you become sexually active, whichever occurs first. I have seen several of the MD's say the American College of Obstetrician's and Gynecologists recommend the first visit to a GYN by the age of 13 or 14...not for an exam, but just to discuss issues going on, and to educate.

Believe me, what is going on with you will not surprise your MD. He has seen and read everything. This is not to say what you have is something unusual!! Please, do not misunderstand. What about talking with your MD's nurse? She may be able to guide you. You may just have a rash that some cream will help. Could be an external yeast infection...your Dr. really needs to see you about it...start with his nurse and go from there.

-- Robin

-- ~Robin~

List Owner, Chronic Pain Support Group http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ChronicPainSupportGroup

I'm not a Dr. or any type of Medical Professional. The information I share is based on what I have experienced personally or what I have learned.

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