YOUNG-WOMEN Messages for January, 2002: Re: bump? pimple? what is it?

Re: bump? pimple? what is it?

From: Robin (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Mon, 14 Jan 2002 12:25:11 -0600 (CST)

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At Mon, 14 Jan 2002, Billi-Jo wrote: >
>I have a question that has been bothering me. I occassionally get red,
>slightly itch, irritation-like pimple(very small) around the pubic area-
>Always just one. Then after a period of time, it disappears. it has no
>lesions, but sometimes, it pops like a pimple...Also recently, after a
>long plane ride, I noticed that I have a bump at the opening of my
>vagina. No lesion, nothing...just a bump about a few mm's in size, that
>was the same color as my skin. It's going away now. I have no reason
>to worry about STD's, although I am sexually active. my boyfriend is
>positively clean and we are monogamous...However, I did have a boyfriend
>who I am questionable about prior to my current boyfriend...Now, if I
>was to have anything, isn;t it likely that it would have appeared a long
>time ago? ( since my ex and I broke up about a year ago and we dated for
>3 years prior to the break up) I know if I go see an OBGYN, life would
>be easier, but I wanted to know if I could get some quick responses
>here.
>
>PLEASE respond! Thanks

The 'pimple' you are talking about may be a clogged hair follicle. Those can itch. Next time you have one, you might want to try some hot compresses to the area. If the 'pimple' is not in the area of the hair, make sure your MD sees it to see what it may be. From what you describe, it sounds like a clogged hair follicle (folliculitis). As I said, they can itch, become painful, and are often red and tender. I was always told not to squeeze the boil as it can cause bacteria to be pushed up inside, and potentially cause problems.

As for the other bump you are talking about, next time it comes up, go to your GYN for an exam. S/he will need to see it to diagnose the problem.

-- 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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