Question 1

i have a red raw skin on my outer labia only, right where the labia touch to close togethrr. it's goes from top to bottom of closure. no sores, raw.

Accepted Answer

Fungal infection: could be fungal. se your doctor, may need swabs and some anti fungal treatment line miconazole cream.

Question 2

when i got my first period the pad i used rubbed me so raw my labia minora blistered and the skin is now stretched. what should i do now for the area?

Accepted Answer

External yeast: The moisture on your pad may have caused an external yeast infection. You can try over the counter yeast medication. If it is too raw, however, try to keep it clean and dry for a couple of days. No powder, as it may clog the pores and make things worse. If it gets reel bad, you mspy need to see your GYN.

Question 3

i have these skin tag looking things along the inner flaps of my labia, they sometimes give a burning or raw sensation after intimacy, please advise?

Accepted Answer

Skin tags on labia: There are quite a few types of skin lesion that can arise in the vulva. Most are completely harmless. See your doctor for diagnosis and advice if the lesions are new, increasing in number or causing symptoms.

Question 4

large bump on labia minora it is brown and soft it doesn't hurt to touch but where it has shrunk the skin remains raw and bleeds hurts to urinate?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor...: There are several possibilities for this bump, but all of them should be evaluated and examined in person by a physician.  Then you'll know for sure what you are dealing with and how to treat it.  Hope this helps!

Question 5

i have a yeast infection & skin down there is very raw. i am on diflucan (fluconazole). what over-the-counter product can soothe small tears on labia? any creams?

Accepted Answer

Yeast vaginal: there are several over the counter medicines that you could try; Gyne-Lotrimin, Monistat cream. At times high blood sugar could also cause yeast infections. So if this problem continues see your doctor for another evaluation.

Question 6

what parts of my vulva do i wipe after urinating? do i gently pull back my skin and dab my clitoris going down to my uthera? its moist sometimes but i dont want to be rough in the interior part. bottom of labia irritated and raw?

Accepted Answer

: You just need to blot the area dry, going front to back. There is no need to aggressively clean anything and the presence of some moisture is normal. The tissues are relatively sensitive and excessive cleaning can cause the irritation and rawness.

Question 7

is skin peeling on the labia minora a sign of a herpes outbreak? no pain, no itching, no discomfort, just raw skin where it is peeled.

Accepted Answer

Impossible to help: Unfortunately, there are certain limitations imposed by this format which include the lack of a photograph of the skin lesions about which you requested information, So it's impossible to tell you the correct diagnosis and/or therapy, Unfortunately.  
It's not possible to make a diagnosis of a blistering disease since you did not mention anything about small blisters, pain,change or any other symp

Question 8

is raw, irritated skin on inner labia and vaginal opening a sign of a yeast infection or a bacterial infection?

Accepted Answer

Either: It is more likely to be a yeast infection or an irritant dermatitis, but a bacterial infection can also be a potential cause. Consult a physician for a culture and treatment.

Question 9

what can cause the skin around the labia to itch?

Accepted Answer

Lots of things: Some common, some rare. An exam will probably lead to a directed therapy. Meanwhile the OTC Hydrocortisone is likely to help.

Question 10

growth of elongated skin on inner labia unhealthy?

Accepted Answer

Usually safe AND: I have conducted two studies ; now a third to verify the safety and efficacy.  No surgery is 100% safe and risks may include infection, hematoma, bleeding, excessive bruising, scarring, dehiscence, asymmetry, pain, numbness, discomfort, contour irregularity, over or under correction, vaginismus, dryness, dyspareunia, vaginosis, vulvodynia, irritation, unacceptable cosmetic result, need 4 revision.

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I have a red raw skin on my outer labia only, right where the labia touch to close togethrr. it's goes from top to bottom of closure. no sores, raw.

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When i got my first period the pad i used rubbed me so raw my labia minora blistered and the skin is now stretched. what should i do now for the area?

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I have these skin tag looking things along the inner flaps of my labia, they sometimes give a burning or raw sensation after intimacy, please advise?

A member asked:

Large bump on labia minora it is brown and soft it doesn't hurt to touch but where it has shrunk the skin remains raw and bleeds hurts to urinate?

A member asked:

I have a yeast infection & skin down there is very raw. i am on diflucan (fluconazole). what over-the-counter product can soothe small tears on labia? any creams?

A member asked:

What parts of my vulva do i wipe after urinating? do i gently pull back my skin and dab my clitoris going down to my uthera? its moist sometimes but i dont want to be rough in the interior part. bottom of labia irritated and raw?

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Is skin peeling on the labia minora a sign of a herpes outbreak? no pain, no itching, no discomfort, just raw skin where it is peeled.

A member asked:

Is raw, irritated skin on inner labia and vaginal opening a sign of a yeast infection or a bacterial infection?

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What can cause the skin around the labia to itch?

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Growth of elongated skin on inner labia unhealthy?

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